Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med/Surg

Aurora Health Care; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, WI, is seeking a Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Med/Surg 2 Surgical unit, a focused post-surgical/orthopedic care team with private beds and strong recovery support.

Requirements include completion of an accredited practical nursing program, a valid Wisconsin LPN license, and BLS certification. You’ll collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and physicians to deliver high-quality, safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Practical nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices ( Wisconsin).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Accredited practical nursing program

Wisconsin LPN license

BLS certification

Job description

Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med/Surg 2 surgical

2845 Greenbrier Road, Green Bay, WI 54311

Where You Will Work

Think beyond traditional med/surg—2 Surgical is a specialized unit dedicated to post-surgical and orthopedic care, offering focused expertise and advanced recovery support for patients after surgery.

With 16 private beds on the 2nd floor for post-surgical patients and 8 private beds on the 4th floor for orthopedic patients, we deliver expert, personalized recovery support. Our collaborative team of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs works closely with ABMC physicians and other supportive subspecialities to provide the highest quality care for our patients.

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in practical nursing
• Practical nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association

About This Location:

Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a full-service tertiary care hospital; part of a joint venture of Aurora Health Care and BayCare Clinic. A nationally recognized health care provider, we are committed to providing high-quality health care using the latest in medical technology to help all people live fully. The hospital is nationally ranked for adult specialties, and our maternity care has earned national recognition.

Be The Nurse Who Redefines Care.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

Your feedback matters.

Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Must have functional vision, speech, and hearing.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.