Manager-Clinical Operations-Med-Surg (Fort Wayne)

IU Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an experienced Manager-Clinical Operations to translate strategy into frontline improvements. The role combines clinical leadership with operational excellence, guiding an interprofessional team to deliver high-quality care and safe patient experiences.

The manager will champion evidence-based nursing practice, oversee 24/7 unit operations, and align staffing with organizational priorities, ensuring compassionate, efficient care for Hoosiers.

Qualifications

• Requires BSN; MSN or related field preferred.
• Master’s in nursing or related field preferred.
• Specialty nursing leadership certification preferred.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC RN license.
• BLS certification through the AHA required; other ALS may be required per unit.
• Experience in Med-Surg strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Connect to Promise - demonstrate IU Health values and strategic alignment.
• Provide strategic vision and operational planning for assigned unit.
• Lead an interprofessional team to empower excellence in patient and organizational outcomes.
• Oversee 24 x 7 unit operations including weekends and holidays.
• Advance nursing practice and embed evidenced-based clinical standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Clinical leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

BSN

MSN

Master’s in nursing or related field

Nursing leadership certification

BLS certification

ALS/ACLS or other advanced life support

Job description

Overview

Manager-Clinical Operations

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes.They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our team in the role of Manager-Clinical Operations.

Summary

The clinical manager of operations combines clinical experience and contemporary leadership practices with the IU Health Way to achieve excellent outcomes. Accountable for translating and achieving our strategic priorities and outcomes: quality and safety improvements, care affordability, great patient experiences, and great team member experiences. Accountable for providing strategic vision and operational planning for assigned unit. Incumbents will lead an interprofessional team to create an environment where the team is empowered to achieve excellence in patient and organizational outcomes. This role is accountable for advancing nursing practice by advocating and consistently embedding evidenced-base practices and professional nursing standards. Provides oversight of unit that is operational and staffed 24 x 7, weekends, and holidays.

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Requires a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).
• If bachelor’s degree is not in nursing, must have Master of Nursing (MSN).
• Master’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• Specialty certification related to nursing practice or leadership is preferred.
• Experience in Med-Surg is strongly preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Required Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Responsibilities

Connect to Promise -Demonstrates a commitment to IU Health's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting behaviors and delivering results that align with the strategic direction of the organization. Ensure IU Health is working toward its vision of improving the health of all Hoosiers by providing the best care for each person as we practice our values of purpose, excellence, compassion and team.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.