CVICU RN in North Charleston, South Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- North Charleston, SC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,566/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $43.50
- Weekly
- $1,566
- Yearly (full-time)
- $81,432
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $43.50/hour — 10% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Carolina ($39.60/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Carolina right now
- 558 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in South Carolina from 5 agencies, 29 of them in North Charleston.
- Pay in these listings: $28.40 – $80.05/hour, median $49.86/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in South Carolina: $39.60/hour ($82,368/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($53.55/hour across 182 jobs).
Job description
Join an ICU team that’s as vibrant as North Charleston itself. As a registered nurse in this 13-week contract, you’ll rotate through a 28-bed mixed ICU, managing up to three critically ill patients including ventilated cases and those on advanced hemodynamics. Your days will be 12-hour shifts, working every other weekend and holidays in sync with hospital policies. Experience with Meditech documentation, bedside shift reports, and caring for post-op CABG, Impella, Swan-Ganz, and neuro procedures is essential. You'll work with state-of-the-art equipment, including mobile workstations and telephones for quick communication. Prior CVICU experience and proficiency in telemetry reading will help you thrive in this fast-paced environment where float policies may see you in ICU, PCU, or emergency departments. The hospital values skilled, adaptable professionals who can step in with confidence and deliver exceptional care in critical moments.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally mild and warm, with pleasant temperatures ideal for outdoor activities. Expect sunny days with comfortable evenings, perfect for exploring the city or relaxing by the water.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day Trip to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens - stroll through historic gardens and enjoy scenic nature trails
- Visit Fort Sumter National Monument - explore the site where the Civil War commenced
- Day Trip to Charleston Tea Garden - take a guided tour and sample freshly brewed teas
- Kayak Tour around Charleston Harbor - experience the waterfront from a different perspective
- Tour the Nathaniel-Russell House Museum - learn about local history and architecture
Job Specifics:
Location: North Charleston, SC
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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