Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Profession: Registered Nurse
Posted: 5/7/2026
Salary: Apply for details
Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights
Job Details
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
Location
Fort Wayne, IN
Schedule / Job Type
Full-Time | Permanent | Night Shift | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in an acute care Medical Surgical setting, managing patients with infections, chronic disease complications, and comorbidities
- Care for post-operative patients recovering from general surgery, colorectal, gynecologic oncology, urology, and procedural gastroenterology procedures
- Monitor patient progress, assess changes in condition, and implement appropriate nursing interventions
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to develop and execute individualized patient care plans
- Support short-stay surgical patients through their recovery, typically ranging from one to two days
- Participate in mentoring and precepting programs to support team development and nursing excellence
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- Ability to work night shift hours
- Demonstrated ability to manage patients with varying levels of acuity
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and teamwork
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in a Medical Surgical, acute care, or post-operative nursing environment
- Familiarity with gynecologic oncology, urology, or gastroenterology patient populations
- Experience with or interest in precepting and mentoring new nursing staff
- Comfort managing a diverse patient census across multiple specialty areas
Why Join Us
- Multiple unit openings available, offering flexibility to align your placement with your clinical interests and career goals
- Sign-on bonus eligible — this position qualifies for a sign-on bonus, making it an exceptional opportunity for both new and experienced nurses
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