RN Manager Med​/Surg

This is a full time Nurse (RN) Manager position responsible for the oversight of the Medical/Surgical department at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital.

Job Summary The Manager, Medical/Surgical oversees the daily operations of the Med/Surg unit, ensuring high-quality patient care, staff engagement, and operational efficiency. This role is responsible for supervising nursing care delivery, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and driving departmental performance in alignment with organizational goals. The Manager fosters a collaborative environment, promotes professional development, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards to achieve exceptional patient outcomes and staff satisfaction.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage
  - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security - 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits - A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off
  - Generous EIB and vacation time to support work-life balance

Role:
Nurse (RN) Manager
- Med Surg

Location:

Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital
- Warsaw, IN

Schedule:

Full time, Monday
- Friday

• Supervises and evaluates nursing care delivery, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and organizational standards.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives, leveraging data to identify opportunities and implement changes that enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
• Develops and implements tactical action plans to achieve departmental and organizational goals, ensuring accountability and measurable results.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration to resolve issues, optimize workflows, and support the development of new programs or services.
• Monitors departmental performance metrics, including patient outcomes, employee engagement, and financial targets, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Manages daily operations, including resource allocation, scheduling, and budgeting, to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
• Performs case reviews, addresses patient concerns, and resolves escalated issues to maintain high levels of patient satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Director on staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.

• Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
• Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.

• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.

• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.

May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in closely related field required
• 2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate…