The Orthopaedic Hospital of Lutheran Health Networ
7952 W Jefferson Blvd, Ft Wayne, IN 46804
At a glance
The Orthopaedic Hospital of Lutheran Health Network is a proprietary, acute care facility located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a large city with a notable international community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its urban setting and diverse population may offer a welcoming environment for those considering relocation. The hospital’s size and community resources could provide valuable support and opportunities for professional growth.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- No
- Bed Count
- 44
- RN Count
- 60
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Proprietary
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- Yes
- English Proficiency
- Not Required
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Specific educational and credential requirements
Fort Wayne, IN overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $86,341 (-8% vs US median).
100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive88.4%
- Public transit0.7%
- Walk0.9%
- Other1.1%
- Work from home8.8%
- Fort Wayne International Airport
- Delaware County Johnson Field
- South Bend Regional Airport
- Findlay Airport
- Toledo Express Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 275,581
- Large City (200k–999k)
- International Population
- 23,067
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 82,174
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Indiana state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).
Monthly weather
Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.
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