Deaconess Professional Practice

Department Manager (RN) Gateway Surgery

Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Indiana or compact state)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Five years of hospital clinical nursing experience (preferred)
  • One year of nursing management experience (preferred)
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills (preferred)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily clinical operations within the surgical department
  • Champion evidence-based practice to guide decision-making
  • Elevate patient outcomes through quality and performance management
  • Provide operational oversight for a busy surgical environment
  • Support team growth by mentoring and fostering development

Benefits

  • Leadership platform to influence patient care at a system level
  • Opportunities for professional growth through strategic decision-making
  • Supportive environment prioritizing collaboration and mentorship
  • Chance to cultivate future leaders within the nursing team
  • Purpose-driven work promoting improved surgical outcomes and patient experiences
Full Job Description
As the Clinical Manager for Gateway Surgery, you'll lead daily clinical operations, champion evidence-based practice, and support the hospital's mission through strong, compassionate leadership. You'll help your team grow, strengthen quality outcomes, and ensure patients receive the safest, most thoughtful care.

Key Focus Areas:
  • Clinical leadership rooted in support and accountability
  • Quality and performance management that elevates patient outcomes
  • Operational oversight for a busy surgical department
  • Evidence-based practice that guides decision-making
What You'll Gain in This Role
  • A leadership platform to shape a surgical department and influence patient care at a system level
  • Professional growth through strategic decision-making, team development, and quality improvement
  • A supportive environment where collaboration, mentorship, and shared success are part of daily life
  • A chance to build future leaders by guiding and developing your nursing team
  • Purpose-driven work that directly impacts surgical outcomes and patient experiences

This role is ideal for a nurse leader who wants to grow, influence change, and build a team culture they're proud of.
Required Qualifications
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Indiana or compact state)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Five years of hospital clinical nursing experience
  • One year of nursing management experience
  • Demonstrated leadership, creativity, and management skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities


About Deaconess Professional Practice

Deaconess Professional Practice is a healthcare organization that provides medical services to patients in Indiana and surrounding areas. The organization is part of the larger Deaconess Health System, which includes hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Deaconess Professional Practice offers a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and urgent care. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals and families in the communities it serves.
Learn more about Deaconess Professional Practice
Size
1,000 employees
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Founded
1892

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