Utilization Review Nurse jobs in Goose Creek, SC
Pay for utilization review nurses in the Goose Creek 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 utilization review nurse pay, and 320th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in the Goose Creek metro area. The free report below lists employers near Goose Creek and what they pay.
- $38.76median pay per hour, Charleston
- $38–$47typical range per hour
- 9,560utilization review nurses employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Utilization Review Nurse pay in Goose Creek, 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 Goose Creek 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 utilization review 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 Goose Creek
- 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 the Charleston-North Charleston area
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Va Medical Center Charleston, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Pleasant Hospital Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Roper St Francis Hospital-Berkeley Inc Summerville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center Mount Pleasant, SC | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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.
Utilization Review Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Charleston, SC | 6 mi | $38.76/hr | 126,005 |
| Summerville, SC | 10 mi | $38.76/hr | 52,625 |
| Columbia, SC | 89 mi | $38.51/hr | 144,788 |
| Savannah, GA | 97 mi | $40.25/hr | 148,808 |
| Augusta, GA | 122 mi | $40.45/hr | 201,737 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 146 mi | $40.76/hr | 75,798 |
Utilization Review Nurse jobs in South Carolina · Utilization Review Nurse jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South Carolina
Utilization review nurses assess admissions and services for medical necessity and coordinate with payers.
- Active RN license
- Clinical experience in acute care
- InterQual or MCG experience
South Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do utilization review nurses make in Goose Creek, SC?
Utilization Review 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 Goose Creek a good place for utilization review nurses once cost of living is counted?
Charleston-North Charleston ranks 320th of 335 metro areas for utilization review nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 233rd of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do utilization review nurses work in Goose Creek?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in the Charleston-North Charleston area, 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 Goose Creek as an utilization review 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 utilization review nurses in Goose Creek?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Goose Creek and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Goose Creek.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Emanate HealthCovina, CA · 1 posting$66.34/ hr$52–$81
- Veterans Health AdministrationPhiladelphia, PA · 1 posting$56.65/ hr$39–$74
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 1 posting$53.62/ hr$39–$68
- Trinity HealthConnecticut · 1 posting$48.05/ hr$36–$60
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