Nursing Jobs in Wisconsin

Nursing jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where major health systems like Advocate Aurora Health, UW Health, and Froedtert Health maintain large clinical workforces. Demand is strongest in critical care, surgical services, and behavioral health nursing, with openings at every level from new graduate to nurse manager. Wisconsin's health systems consistently rank among the more active hiring markets in the upper Midwest. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles143+
Top employerNorth Shore Health
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring71
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Bristol Hospice
Certified Nursing Assistant FT
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Certified Nursing Assistant FT
Bristol Hospice
Brookfield, Wisconsin
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$20 - $23/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Marshfield Clinic Health System
CNA - Nursing Assistant - Surgical Services - FT Varied
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CNA - Nursing Assistant - Surgical Services - FT Varied
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Marshfield, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$18 - $24/hr
No high school diploma
5,001-10,000

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SSM Health
Certified Nursing Assistant - Cardiovascular Care Unit
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Certified Nursing Assistant - Cardiovascular Care Unit
SSM Health
Madison, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
BLS Certification
10,000+

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UW Health
Nursing Assistant - Pre/Post PACU
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Nursing Assistant - Pre/Post PACU
UW Health
Madison, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$19.59 - $27.13/hr
10,000+

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Nursing Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
7 jobs
Green Bay
6 jobs
Janesville
6 jobs
Marshfield
6 jobs
Colby
5 jobs
La Crosse
4 jobs
Oshkosh
3 jobs
Appleton
3 jobs

Nursing Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • North Shore Health
    North Shore Health32
  • Froedtert & MCW
    Froedtert & MCW14
  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health7
  • SSM Health
    SSM Health6
  • E
    EOM Healthcare6

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin RN or LPN license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
  • Associate degree in nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for critical care or emergency positions
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical experience in a relevant inpatient or outpatient setting
  • Demonstrated proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary care teams

Nursing Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing in Wisconsin?

You become a registered nurse in Wisconsin by completing an accredited ADN or BSN program, then passing the NCLEX-RN exam and applying for licensure through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. LPN candidates complete a practical nursing program and pass the NCLEX-PN. Wisconsin participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Wisconsin without obtaining a separate state license.

How much do nursings make in Wisconsin?

Nursings in Wisconsin earn a median of about $45,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,900 for the lowest 10% to over $50,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursings in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin nursing roles are posted by North Shore Health, Froedtert & MCW, and Advocate Aurora Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large integrated health systems dominate hiring across Wisconsin, with particularly deep demand in the Milwaukee metro and the Madison academic medical center corridor.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most nursing jobs?

Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay have the most nursing openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of large hospital systems and specialty care centers, Madison draws volume from UW Health and its affiliated academic medical programs, and Green Bay and Appleton contribute consistently through regional health networks serving the Fox Valley corridor.

Are there remote nursing jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Nursing is a hands-on clinical role, so the large majority of positions require an on-site presence. About 0% of nursing openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively in utilization review, care management, telephonic triage, or case coordination rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a nursing in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new graduate residency program offered by Wisconsin's larger health systems. Advocate Aurora Health, UW Health, and Froedtert Health all run structured new-grad residencies that provide clinical orientation and mentorship for nurses entering their first role. Applying to med-surg, telemetry, or long-term care units tends to be more accessible than specialty floors for candidates without prior nursing experience, and having your Wisconsin DSPS license in hand before applying gives you a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to nursing jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to nursing jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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