Tiffany Hughes
Valparaiso
Summary
Professional educator with a strong background in academic instruction. Proven ability to foster collaborative environments and drive outcomes through effective teaching and mentorship. Expertise in curriculum development, clinical practice, and student engagement. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Assistant Professor
Indiana University Northwest
01.2026 - Current
- Teach and mentor undergraduate 50+ nursing students in classroom, simulation, and clinical settings using evidence-based teaching practices.
- Serve as Chair of the Curriculum Committee for the Northwest campus, leading curriculum review, course development, and continuous quality improvement initiatives to support program outcomes and accreditation standards.
- Serve as the Manager of the Nursing Simulation and Learning Resource Center, overseeing lab and simulation operations, educational technology, resource allocation, and the development of simulation-based learning experiences that promote clinical judgment and student competency.
Adjunct Faculty – Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College-Valparaiso Campus
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitate student learning through evidence-based teaching strategies and active learning methodologies.
- Collaborate with faculty to maintain curriculum quality and alignment with program outcomes and accreditation standards.
- Utilize Canvas and educational technology to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Professor of Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College-Valparaiso Campus
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Developed and delivered classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction utilizing evidence-based practices and current nursing standards.
- Evaluated student performance and provided mentorship to support academic achievement, clinical competency, and professional growth.
- Contributed to curriculum revision and implementation, program improvement initiatives, and faculty service activities to support student and program success.
Clinical Team Lead
Traditions Health
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided leadership to support the day-to-day operations of the team
- Ensured the team performed at a successful level by managing workflows while enforcing policies, procedures, and compliance
- Provided ongoing support to employees to promote team building among all team members
Admission RN
Traditions Health
08.2020 - 02.2022
- Provided extensive education to patients and families involving disease processes, medications, symptom management, and hospice mission and philosophy.
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and patients in formulating a plan of care.
- Offered mental, emotional, and social support to patients and caregivers.
Medical Surgical/Telemetry RN
Methodist Hospitals
07.2016 - 08.2020
- Promoted and restored patients' health by completing the nursing process.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary team members.
- Provided physical and psychological support to patients and families.
Occupational Health RN
Powers Health -US Steel
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Developed and implemented health and safety programs.
- Developed disease prevention programs.
- Documented all employee injuries and illnesses within the workplace.
Intermediate Care RN
Powers Health
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Provided care to patients in a critical care setting.
- Collaborated with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to optimize care.
- Promoted optimal patient health while applying critical thinking skills.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05.2012
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Clinical Instruction
- Simulation-Based Learning
- Classroom & Online Instruction
- NCLEX Preparation
- Learning Management Systems (Canvas)
- Academic Advising & Mentorship
- Student Evaluation & Assessment
Certification
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Board Certified (RN-BC) through ANCC
- Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certified (BLS/CPR)
Timeline
Clinical Assistant Professor
Indiana University Northwest
01.2026 - Current
Adjunct Faculty – Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College-Valparaiso Campus
01.2026 - Current
Professor of Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College-Valparaiso Campus
01.2023 - 01.2026
Clinical Team Lead
Traditions Health
02.2022 - 12.2022
Admission RN
Traditions Health
08.2020 - 02.2022
Medical Surgical/Telemetry RN
Methodist Hospitals
07.2016 - 08.2020
Occupational Health RN
Powers Health -US Steel
02.2015 - 07.2016
Intermediate Care RN
Powers Health
06.2012 - 06.2014
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest