Registered Nurse RN

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation

North Charleston, South Carolina

Posted Oct 24 · New grads welcomed

License: RN licenseMust be a licensed RN in good standing with the state (as required)
Term: Permanent

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New grads: Welcomed
License: Must be a licensed RN in good standing with the state (as required)
Also asks: Reliable transportation required

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Experience: 1+ years of nursing experience in a long-term care facility strongly preferred

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What it pays

Against similar roles: In range for South Carolina staff rolesSouth Carolina staff postings that state pay run $29/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $32/hr to $45/hr, across 221 postings.

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MDS RN: full-time Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, no weekends. Facebook also cites 12-hour shifts and night-shift PRN.

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Job Highlights Why join the Riverside team as an RN- Registered Nurse? We have full-time shifts. (Includes every other weekend) 7am-7pm, and 7pm-7am! We have a great clinical team! Diamond Program weekend schedules include a $8 shift premium! We offer tuition reimbursement or a nursing loan program for full-time employees! We welcome all new graduates!

Weekend Diamond Program Schedules Include

7a-7p, Friday-Sunday

Position Summary

Working in harmony with the entire nursing staff, the Registered Nurse RN strives to provide the very best care possible. If you are a Registered Nurse RN with a true passion for patient care and compassion for others, with a commitment to teamwork, apply today! Posted Salary Range USD $32.00 - USD $36.00 /Hr. Wage Commensuration The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Work under direct supervision using the state-specific Nurse Practice Act, Practice Guidelines and nursing judgment Deliver nursing care to patients requiring care, collecting patient data, making observations and reporting pertinent information to the care of patients Direct and supervise care given by other nursing staff members as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

Must be a licensed RN in good standing with the state (as required) 1+ years of nursing experience in a long-term care facility strongly preferred Reliable transportation required Benefits All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program 401(k) Paid Time Off Plan New Pet Insurance Discount available DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it. Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction! In-facility education programs and more!

EOE Statement

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

What's around it?

In North Charleston, SC

North Charleston, SCFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,430/mo
Household income: $62,956/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in North Charleston, SC

NeighborhoodsIn North Charleston, young professionals and healthcare workers frequently gravitate toward Park Circle, an eclectic, walkable community centered around green parks, local shops, and neighborhood dining. Other notable residential areas include Oak Terrace Preserve, Whitehall, and master-planned communities like Westcott Plantation and Coosaw Creek. For those seeking alternatives just outside the city boundaries, West Ashley's Avondale neighborhood attracts staff wanting a lively suburban vibe closer to downtown Charleston, while neighborhoods stretching north toward Goose Creek offer quieter, residential options.

In North Charleston, young professionals and healthcare workers frequently gravitate toward Park Circle, an eclectic, walkable community centered around green parks, local shops, and neighborhood dining. Other notable residential areas include Oak Terrace Preserve, Whitehall, and master-planned communities like Westcott Plantation and Coosaw Creek.

For those seeking alternatives just outside the city boundaries, West Ashley's Avondale neighborhood attracts staff wanting a lively suburban vibe closer to downtown Charleston, while neighborhoods stretching north toward Goose Creek offer quieter, residential options.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: facebook.com Source 2: extraspace.com Source 3: reddit.com Source 4: visitnorthcharleston.com Source 5: youtube.com

Getting aroundNorth Charleston occupies a central geographic position in the Lowcountry, allowing healthcare workers to reach downtown facilities like the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Roper St. Francis Healthcare within ten to fifteen minutes under clear driving conditions. However, daily travel is heavily impacted by regional gridlock along Interstate 526 and key bridge corridors, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Because regional public transit is minimal, nurses typically rely on personal vehicles and must account for highway congestion when planning their hospital shifts.

North Charleston occupies a central geographic position in the Lowcountry, allowing healthcare workers to reach downtown facilities like the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Roper St. Francis Healthcare within ten to fifteen minutes under clear driving conditions. However, daily travel is heavily impacted by regional gridlock along Interstate 526 and key bridge corridors, especially during morning and evening rush hours.

Because regional public transit is minimal, nurses typically rely on personal vehicles and must account for highway congestion when planning their hospital shifts.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: niche.com Source 2: extraspace.com Source 3: youtube.com

OutdoorsOutdoor life in North Charleston centers around community green spaces, local sports facilities, and aquatic complexes like the North Charleston Sports Complex and the North Charleston Aquatic Center. While riverfront access provides boating and paddling along the Lowcountry waterways, residents frequently make quick weekend trips out to coastal barrier islands, enjoying the sands and surf of Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, and Folly Beach.

Outdoor life in North Charleston centers around community green spaces, local sports facilities, and aquatic complexes like the North Charleston Sports Complex and the North Charleston Aquatic Center. While riverfront access provides boating and paddling along the Lowcountry waterways, residents frequently make quick weekend trips out to coastal barrier islands, enjoying the sands and surf of Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, and Folly Beach.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: visitnorthcharleston.com Source 2: ihg.com

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Employer relocation terms

$4,000 sign-on or relocation bonus for MDS RN (Lolo)

Riverside Health & Rehabilitation · eligibility varies by role

Sources

As of 2026Source: talents.vaia.com

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Living in North Charleston

North Charleston offers healthcare professionals a practical, highly connected home base in the Lowcountry, combining industrial energy with emerging cultural hubs. Spanning over eighty square miles, the city places nurses within convenient reach of major regional employers, including the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Roper St. Francis Healthcare downtown, as well as aerospace and military facilities like Boeing and Joint Base Charleston. The city's social heartbeat centers on Park Circle, an inviting, walkable neighborhood where locals unwind over slices at Park Pizza, glasses at Stems and Skins, or morning runs through expansive green spaces. Cultural attractions like the North Charleston Coliseum—home to SC Stingrays hockey—and historic landmarks like the H.L. Hunley Submarine Conservatory anchor off-shift life. However, relocating nurses must weigh genuine Lowcountry tradeoffs. Commuting across Interstate 526 can be grueling during peak shift changes, summer humidity is relentless, and neighborhood pockets vary significantly in terms of flood zones and street-level safety. For nurses seeking space and convenience without downtown peninsula congestion, North Charleston provides an active, accessible Lowcountry alternative.

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As of 2026-09Source 1: visitnorthcharleston.com Source 2: ihg.com Source 3: thehonestlocal.com Source 4: youtube.com Source 5: extraspace.com

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North Charleston, SCFrom Census ACS 2024.