Valparaiso University
Location
Valparaiso, Indiana
Salary
$6,000 - $7,500 / YEAR
The role involves teaching one to two undergraduate medical-surgical nursing courses per semester within the BSN program. The professor is responsible for delivering classroom instruction and adhering to the university's educational standards.
Candidates must hold an earned master's or doctoral degree in nursing. Two to three years of teaching experience and a background in in-classroom instruction are required.
• Teaching in the BSN program.
• In-classroom teaching
Valparaiso University is a distinguished private university of 2,500 students located in Valparaiso, IN, one hour southeast of downtown Chicago. Candidates should be interested in working at a university engaged in issues in Christian higher education in the Lutheran tradition. The College of Nursing and Health Professions has programs in nursing (BSN and DNP), health care leadership (BSHL), health administration (MHCA), health science (BSHS), public health (BSPH and MPH), physician assistant studies (MSPA), and occupational therapy (DrOT, OTD).
All offers of employment with Valparaiso University are contingent upon the clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks may include criminal history, motor vehicle reports, prior employment verification, and personal/professional references. If applicable to the position, they will also include credit history. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates for employment.
Dr. Christina Cavinder, Assistant Dean for Graduate Nursing Valparaiso University Valparaiso, Indiana
Market context
Indiana nursing programs commonly look for experienced clinicians who can teach medical-surgical content, so demand often centers on faculty with both advanced credentials and classroom experience. This role is competitive because an earned master’s or doctoral degree in nursing, plus 2–3 years of teaching and in-classroom instruction, narrows the applicant pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight teaching examples and med-surg expertise.