Location: Lynwood, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 01-26-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per diem, Day shifts (specific start/end times vary by assignment; daytime schedule as needed)

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the nutritional needs and growth of NICU infants
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans including enteral and parenteral strategies
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists, nurses, and therapists to optimize outcomes
• Adjust feeding regimens based on tolerance, lab results, and clinical changes
• Provide family-centered education and counseling to support infant nutrition
• Document care accurately in the medical record and complete required competency exams
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance neonatal nutrition practices

Qualifications

• Active California dietitian licensure/credentials required to practice in CA (must have all credentials and certs)
• DCI/BVP certification required
• Completion of License/Certificate Verification prior to start
• Successful completion of Prime Core Competencies Exam, Prime Skills Checklist, and Prime Specialty Exam as required
• Current health requirements: COVID-19 vaccine, MMR, TB test/PPD or chest x-ray, Hepatitis B, Influenza vaccine, Varicella, Tdap, 10-panel drug screen, Fit Test
• Prior NICU or neonatal nutrition experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field required; Registered Dietitian credential (RD/RDN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of neonatal growth, metabolism, and nutrient requirements
• Experience with enteral and parenteral nutrition in neonates
• Ability to interpret labs and adjust nutrition plans accordingly
• Excellent interdisciplinary communication and family education skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and accurate charting
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking in high-acuity settings

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help with California credentialing
• Supportive multidisciplinary NICU team that values your expertise
• Professional development and exam support for Prime Core Competencies and specialty testing
• Opportunities to gain high-acuity neonatal experience and grow your clinical skills
• Streamlined onboarding and license/cert verification support
• Positive work environment focused on collaboration and patient-centered care
• Referral program and recognition for clinicians who go above and beyond

Travel Perks: Explore Lynwood, CA

Explore nearby Southern California favorites during your assignment. Enjoy Long Beach waterfront attractions like Shoreline Village and the Aquarium of the Pacific, stroll local beaches, sample the diverse dining scene across Lynwood and neighboring communities, or take a short trip into Los Angeles for museums, theater, and entertainment. Disneyland and Orange County beaches are within easy reach for a fun weekend escape, and outdoor lovers will appreciate coastal walks and regional parks nearby.

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