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Travel Nursing Jobs in South Carolina

A Southern Destination for  Nursing Careers

South Carolina is noted for its fantastic natural beauty and dramatic history. With miles and miles of unspoiled, pristine beaches and gorgeously diverse countryside, this singular state that stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Blue Ridge Mountains is one of the most breathtaking in the Union. It's no wonder the state slogan is "Made for Vacation."

South Carolina travel nursing jobs are plentiful and expected to increase even more over the coming years as the state's popularity (and population) continues to thrive. Below you'll find a selection of some of our current South Carolina RN jobs, as well as a rundown of what to expect when you work in the Palmetto State.

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South Carolina has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country, and we currently have 47 travel nurse jobs available.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Hilton Head Island, Florence, Columbia, and Charleston. South Carolina hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Emergency Room (1 job), BSN Case Manager (1 job), Progressive Care Unit (7 jobs), Medical Surgical (2 jobs), Intensive Care Unit (2 jobs), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, South Carolina is a popular place for travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

South Carolina Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The highest travel nurse jobs salary in South Carolina can earn up to $9,450 per week as of February 1, 2025. Today, you can find jobs with an average salary of $2,029 ranging between $828 to $9,450 per week. The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In South Carolina, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: Dental Access Carolina, LLC in Rock Hill, MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center in Camden, Grand Strand Surgical Care in Myrtle Beach, Complete Dental Care of Easley in Easley, and MUSC Health Shawn Jenkins Childrens Hospital (FKA MUSC Childrens Hospital) in Charleston are well known in South Carolina.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in South Carolina is Apr 13, 2025 for a Cardiac Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - role at $236 per hour. The latest start date for a Certified Anesthesist job is Apr 13, 2025 for a Cardiac Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - role at $236 per hour.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a travel nursing job in South Carolina including 13 Weeks (559 jobs), 12 Weeks (28 jobs), and 6 Weeks (4 jobs).

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in South Carolina

On average, how much does a travel nurse make in South Carolina?

The salary for travel nurse jobs in South Carolina averages $227 per hour.

How long is the most common contract duration for travel nursing jobs in South Carolina?

The average length for travel nurse jobs in South Carolina based on recent data is 13 weeks.

How many South Carolina travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In South Carolina there are 47 jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of March 30, 2025.

What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in South Carolina?

  • Hilton Head Island, South Carolina $236 / per hour average salary
  • Florence, South Carolina $236 / per hour average salary
  • Columbia, South Carolina $224 / per hour average salary
  • Charleston, South Carolina $224 / per hour average salary
  • Charleston, South Carolina $224 / per hour average salary

What nursing specialties are needed most in South Carolina right now?

Top Travel Nurse Salaries in South Carolina

Find the nurse travel jobs in South Carolina with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Hilton Head Island $236 /Hourly* $227 /Hourly* Cardiac Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $236 per hour
Florence $236 /Hourly* $227 /Hourly* Cardiac Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $236 per hour
Columbia $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Charleston $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
Charleston $224 /Hourly* $215 /Hourly* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) $224 per hour
North Charleston $79 /Hourly* $76 /Hourly* Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) $79 per hour

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the company. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

South Carolina’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in South Carolina each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific South Carolina travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Emergency Room $101.00 /hour* Florence
Occupational Health $75.75 /hour*
Family $75.75 /hour*
BSN Case Manager $60.00 /hour* Myrtle Beach
Cardiovascular Operating Room $53.19 /hour*
Medical Surgical $51.48 /hour* Mount Pleasant
Intensive Care Unit $49.15 /hour* Rock Hill
Progressive Care Unit $47.86 /hour* Hilton Head Island and Rock Hill
Progressive Care Unit $40.71 /hour* Rock Hill

*Estimate of hourly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

Full Benefits From Day One of Assignment

Highly competitive salaries aren't the only perk you get when you sign on as an AMN Healthcare travel nurse. Whether you're looking for travel nurse positions in South Carolina or want to explore other states in the nation, we have you covered with excellent benefits packages.

 

Health benefits start on your first day, and you can also access retirement and life insurance benefits. A dedicated recruiter sticks with you through the journey and helps you plan your next assignment so you get the most out of this travel nursing career, and we work to make CEUs and other opportunities available to you. Plus, when you're on assignment with us, you can take advantage of free housing or a generous housing stipend.

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No matter what your nursing specialty happens to be, AMN can connect you with the ideal South Carolina nursing job for your situation. Search South Carolina nursing jobs here, or begin your online nursing application now.

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South Carolina's Top Nursing Specialties

You'll find positions in a variety of specialties throughout South Carolina, including dialysis, ICU, home health, telemetry, and med-surg. And if you don't find something today in our database that gets you excited about travel nursing, contact us. We'll work to match you with the perfect position.

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