Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: South Carolina
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$37.47/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in South Carolina is $37.47 per hour. This is 34% lower than the US average of $50.13.
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages
$37.47/hour
South Carolina
34% lower than the US average.
$50.13/hour
United States
What cities in South Carolina pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $44 per hour, followed by Charleston, South Carolina ($43) and Summerville, South Carolina ($42). Charleston, South Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $47. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $37 per hour — Mount Pleasant, South Carolina pays 17% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant, South Carolina | $44 | $44 |
| Charleston, South Carolina | $43 | $47 |
| Summerville, South Carolina | $42 | $44 |
| Beaufort, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
| Florence, South Carolina | $39 | $39 |
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in South Carolina compare to nearby states?
Maryland pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Georgia ($51) and Virginia ($51). Maryland also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $37 per hour — Maryland pays 45% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $54 | $60 |
| Georgia | $51 | $53 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| North Carolina | $47 | $58 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Ohio | $42 | $46 |
| Florida | $40 | $50 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in South Carolina?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $38 per hour, followed by Tenet South Carolina ($31). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $37 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $38 | $46 |
| Tenet South Carolina | $31 | $35 |
Last updated on October 20, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- North Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Charleston, SC
$44-47/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital
- Mount Pleasant, SC
$44+/hour
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