Nurse Practitioner Jobs in South Carolina

11 NP positions available including 7 FQHC jobs with loan repayment

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NP Salary in South Carolina — Federal Data

Source: BLS OEWS · May 2025 OEWS

South Carolina ranks #48 of 51 reporting states for NP median pay.

Median salary
$123,290
/ year
Mean salary
$124,170
/ year
Employment
5,670
#21 of 51
Location quotient
1.18
vs. U.S. avg (1.00)

The Nurse Practitioner market in South Carolina

Practice environment, shortage designations, and loan-repayment value — the context behind the openings above.

Practice authority

Restricted practice

NPs practice under a physician-scope-of-practice arrangement with supervision requirements.

Prescribes under physician supervision or delegation, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

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Open positions

11 NP jobs

7 at FQHCs with loan-repayment eligibility

Most recent posting 3 days ago

Loan repayment value

Up to $75,000

NHSC Loan Repayment Program — full-time, 2-year initial commitment, at 297 approved sites in South Carolina.

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Shortage designation

HPSA 24 primary-care score

Historically most funded. Sites with HPSA scores of 14+ have historically had the best success receiving NHSC awards.

Loan-repayment programs in South Carolina

State programs pay up to $50,000 on top of NHSC
  • $12,500 per year for four years ($50,000) for NPs, PAs and CNMs in counties under 50,000 population; $7,500 per year ($30,000) for rural sites in larger counties or at an FQHC. Physicians receive $25,000 per year. Requires 36 hours a week.

    Tax-free · Service counts toward PSLF · Cycle closed; reopens mid-to-late October 2026 with applications due in March. · Verified 2026-07-27

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

FQHC Opportunities

7 FQHC positions in South Carolina offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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NP Practice in South Carolina

Learn about scope of practice, prescriptive authority, and licensing requirements.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in South Carolina

South Carolina offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 11 current openings, South Carolina is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in South Carolina offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in South Carolina — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in South Carolina?

South Carolina is a restricted-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice under a physician-scope-of-practice arrangement with supervision requirements. Prescribes under physician supervision or delegation, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in South Carolina qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in South Carolina can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 297 NHSC-approved sites on record in South Carolina.

Does South Carolina have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. South Carolina runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: South Carolina Rural Provider Incentive Program (up to $50,000). State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in South Carolina?

We currently list 11 nurse practitioner positions in South Carolina at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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