Nurse Resident Jobs in South Carolina
Nurse Resident jobs in South Carolina are open across Greenville, Columbia, and Seneca and other South Carolina metros, with employers like Prisma Health, Lexington Health, and Medical University of South Carolina hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Responsible for attending all quality and core curriculum classes, actively participating in professional development workshops and peer support groups, and successfully completing all clinical competencies and validation requirements of the Nurse Residency Program. Works under the direct and indirect supervision of the Clinical Education Team while refining nursing knowledge and skills. Actively participates in managing clinical situations for which he/she is assigned under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse who oversees all clinical experiences, documentation and procedures in the clinical environment. Adheres to policy and procedure requirements of the organization including, but not limited to licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance policy, dress code policy, patient confidentiality, infection control, medication administration.
Essential Functions
- All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
- Collects patient data and completes required forms with appropriate responses according to unit standards; identifies patient’s problems/needs and sets priorities; identifies problems requiring further referral and/or follow-up; interprets and records latest diagnostic results; performs nursing assessment using critical thinking skills under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
- Develops a plan of care based on nursing process, and which incorporates the plans of other disciplines and continuing care needs; includes the patient/family in developing or revising the plan of care; makes referrals to multidisciplinary support services under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
- Care provided conforms to accepted practice standards; provides treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed and according to patient care standards; demonstrates understanding of age-related characteristics and needs of patients served; explains nursing procedures; provides discharge teaching; identifies emergency situations and independently initiates advanced therapy; acts as an advocate and coordinator of patient care with other health care personnel and evaluates patient care measures instituted; understands and demonstrates respect for patient rights and utilizes established mechanisms for management of ethical issues in patient care under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
- Records patient care delivered as planned and any variation, with appropriate rationale; makes and records observations related to impending or associated problems; implements nursing measures related to impending or associated problems under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
- Using nursing process, delegates nursing care to appropriate personnel; integrates cost effective measures into nursing practice; recognizes unit problems and takes responsibility for documenting same; demonstrates active participation in QI processes; complies with hospital expectations to meet staffing demands based on patient care needs; complies with policies addressing safe working conditions; monitors unsafe working conditions; recognizes inappropriate and/or ineffective patient care management, resolves issue/problem and completes written reports; fulfills call for unit as assigned and adjusts staffing for census (volume) and acuity under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
- Graduate Nurse completes all clinical skills under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Associate degree in Nursing. Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience - No previous experience is required. Candidates with greater than 12 months of experience are not eligible.
In Lieu Of
In lieu of RN licensure upon hire, a temporary license/Graduate Nurse licensure may be accepted upon receipt of diploma, authorization to test and NCLEX testing date. The Graduate Nurse may work in a provisional status with NCLEX testing date provided prior to hire. The Graduate Nurse works directly under the licensure of the clinical preceptor while in the clinical setting and provides care within the scope of the State Nursing Practice Act provisional status until NCLEX completion with passing score and licensure with State Board of Nursing. After Jan 1, 2019, all newly hired RN’s at Prisma Health are required to have an ADN or BSN degree from an accredited institution/program recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education or the State Board of Nursing.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
Holds a current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State or is licensed to practice as an RN in the state the team member is working.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
NA
Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Location
Richland
Facility
1510 Richland Hospital
Department
15106548 Moultrie Suite
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Nurse Resident Job Market in South Carolina
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Who's Hiring
- Prisma Health32

- Lexington Health1

- Medical University of South Carolina1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services33
- Education1
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse resident jobs across South Carolina.
- Active RN license or eligibility to sit for NCLEX in the state of employment
- BSN from an accredited nursing program required by most hospital-system programs
- BLS certification required before start date, ACLS may be required for select units
- Completion of supervised clinical rotations in an acute care or hospital setting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interdisciplinary care team collaboration
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
Nurse Resident Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many nurse resident jobs are there in South Carolina?
There are 34+ nurse resident openings in South Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Greenville, Columbia, and Seneca. New positions post regularly as employers across South Carolina hire.
How much do nurse residents make in South Carolina?
Nurse residents in South Carolina earn a median of about $82,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,860 for the lowest 10% to over $106,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Carolina cities have the most nurse resident jobs?
Greenville, Columbia, and Seneca have the most nurse resident openings in South Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire nurse residents in South Carolina?
Employers hiring nurse residents in South Carolina include Prisma Health, Lexington Health, and Medical University of South Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote nurse resident jobs in South Carolina?
Yes. About 0% of nurse resident openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Carolina metros.
How do I apply for nurse resident jobs in South Carolina?
You can apply to nurse resident jobs in South Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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