The Orthopedic Hospital


Fort Wayne, IN

The Orthopedic Hospital

#119314

Supervisor Inpatient Ortho

2025-06-20

Job Details

  • Location
    Fort Wayne, IN

    The Orthopedic Hospital

  • Hours
    Full Time

Job Description

Job Summary 

The Supervisor, Med Surg oversees the daily operations of the Medical-Surgical unit to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. This role includes staff supervision, resource management, and adherence to clinical and regulatory standards. The Supervisor collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, promote a positive patient experience, and align unit goals with organizational objectives. 

Schedule: 3a-3p three days a week. No weekends, no holidays.


Essential Functions

  • Supervises daily operations of the Med-Surg unit, ensuring appropriate staffing, resource allocation, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Monitors and evaluates nursing care delivery, holding staff accountable for adherence to clinical standards and quality outcomes.
  • Supports efforts to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness by managing operating expenses and identifying opportunities for cost savings in the utilization of supplies and equipment.
  • Provides leadership to foster an unparalleled patient experience, ensuring positive and consistent patient interactions and addressing feedback to improve satisfaction.
  • Identifies staff development needs, providing coaching, feedback, and training to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Manages patient flow, including admissions, discharges, and transfers, to ensure efficient throughput and seamless care delivery.
  • Reviews quality metrics, clinical outcomes, and operational performance, implementing improvements as necessary to meet unit and organizational goals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree in Nursing required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
  • 2-4 years of clinical nursing experience in a Med-Surg or acute care setting required
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong clinical knowledge of Med-Surg nursing practices and patient care standards.
  • Effective leadership and interpersonal skills to engage, mentor, and guide nursing staff.
  • Ability to analyze and use data to drive improvements in patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills to manage patient flow and unit operations.
  • Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation standards applicable to the Med-Surg unit.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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