Registered Nurse (RN) in Wisconsin

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$79,595 WI Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Wisconsin

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Wisconsin, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$79,595
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Wisconsin

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Wisconsin state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Wisconsin

Technical College
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Milwaukee Area Technical College

📍 Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin's largest technical college with 13,000+ students. Comprehensive healthcare, trades, and technology programs. ...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyMedical Assisting
Technical College
⭐ 91

Fox Valley Technical College

📍 Appleton, WI

Northeast Wisconsin's largest technical college with 200+ programs. Serving the Fox Valley with state-of-the-art trainin...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingHVAC
Technical College
⭐ 92

Madison Area Technical College

📍 Madison, WI

World-class community college in Wisconsin's capital. Exceptional culinary arts program and comprehensive allied health ...

Nursing (RN/LPN)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyMedical Assisting

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