Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in Charleston, SC
Pay for telehealth / triage nurses in the Charleston area centers on $38.76 per hour, or about $80,620 a year. The lower quarter earns under $37.53 and the upper quarter over $46.95. That ranks 233rd of 379 U.S. metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay, and 320th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Charleston. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Charleston.
- $38.76median pay per hour, Charleston
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 9,560telehealth / triage nurses employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in Charleston, SC
The metro median is 1% above the South Carolina statewide median of $38.41 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 9,560 registered nurses employed in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area, 24.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.85 | $70,410 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $37.53 | $78,060 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $38.76 | $80,620 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.95 | $97,660 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.41 | $100,690 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Charleston ranks
- 233rd of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 320th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 8 South Carolina metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for telehealth / triage nurse. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Charleston
- Overall prices in Charleston-North Charleston run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 119.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.76 median hour buys what $38.39 buys at the national price level, 15% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $69,768
- Per month: $5,814
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Charleston-North Charleston metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Charleston
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charleston.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours-St Francis Xavier Hospital Charleston, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Trident Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Charleston, SC | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Telehealth / Triage Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant, SC | 6 mi | $38.76/hr | 95,604 |
| North Charleston, SC | 8 mi | $38.76/hr | 126,005 |
| Savannah, GA | 91 mi | $40.25/hr | 148,808 |
| Columbia, SC | 100 mi | $38.51/hr | 144,788 |
| Augusta, GA | 127 mi | $40.45/hr | 201,737 |
| Wilmington, NC | 153 mi | $36.40/hr | 125,284 |
Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs in South Carolina · Telehealth / Triage Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South Carolina
Telehealth and triage nurses assess symptoms by phone or video and direct patients to the right level of care.
- Active RN license, compact license for multi-state roles
- Several years of clinical experience
- Comfort with protocols and EHR documentation
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Common questions
How much do telehealth / triage nurses make in Charleston, SC?
Telehealth / Triage Nurses in the Charleston-North Charleston metro area have a median pay of $38.76 per hour, about $80,620 a year. The middle half earn between $37.53 and $46.95 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Charleston a good place for telehealth / triage nurses once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 320th of 335 metro areas for telehealth / triage nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 233rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do telehealth / triage nurses work in Charleston?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Charleston, led by Charleston Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Charleston as a telehealth / triage nurse?
South Carolina is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a South Carolina license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place telehealth / triage nurses in Charleston?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Charleston and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Charleston.
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- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 7 postings$58.76/ hr$38–$79
- Kaweah Delta Health Care DistrictVisalia, CA · 2 postings$64.91/ hr$48–$83
- CommonSpirit HealthLongmont, CO · 1 posting$48.48/ hr$37–$60
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$48.12/ hr$35–$61
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