<p>A 13-week travel RN contract is open at a correctional health facility in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a straightforward, well-supported assignment with competitive hourly pay, flexible day/night shift availability, and a full travel benefits package. Columbia offers an affordable cost of living, a vibrant mid-size city culture, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the South Carolina coast — a strong lifestyle combination for a travel clinician looking to make the most of a short-term placement.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive pay rate of $42/hr</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Tax-free travel and housing stipends</li> <li>Extensive housing network with corporate discounts for those who prefer agency-arranged accommodations</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to support credentialing</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week travel contract at a correctional healthcare facility in Columbia, SC</li> <li>Shift structure: 12-hour and 8-hour shifts available, covering both day and night rotations</li> <li>Weekend rotation: every other weekend required</li> <li>Correctional nursing environment — clinicians provide acute and chronic care management for an incarcerated patient population, requiring strong independent clinical judgment and adaptability</li> <li>Immediate start available</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of an accredited school of nursing</li> <li>Active, valid RN licensure in South Carolina or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Minimum 1–2 years of RN clinical experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Columbia is South Carolina's state capital and home to the University of South Carolina, giving the city a lively, diverse energy with a cost of living well below the national average. Outdoor enthusiasts will find easy access to Lake Murray, Congaree National Park, and the Saluda River, while the Blue Ridge Mountains and the South Carolina coast are both within a two-hour drive. The city's restaurant scene, arts community, and year-round mild climate make it a genuinely enjoyable base for a 13-week assignment.</p>