Rachel Fischer

Rachel Fischer is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing at Valparaiso University's College of Nursing and Health Professions. She also works as an advanced practice provider in post-acute and long-term care in Northwest Indiana.

• Education:
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Valparaiso University
  • Master of Science (MS), Purdue University Hammond
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Valparaiso University

Dr. Fischer specializes in post-acute care, long-term care, and advanced practice nursing, with additional expertise in palliative care and wound, ostomy, and continence management. She has contributed to clinical research on insulin therapies in long-term care settings and has served in diverse APRN roles, including guest lectures, adjunct faculty positions, and medical review panelist duties.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Nurses Association (ANA) / Indiana State Nurses Association (ISNA)
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• Collaborative Alliance of Nursing and Healthcare Organizations (CAPNI)
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Zeta Epsilon & Mu Omega chapters)

Her career includes leadership roles in workplace committees, clinical investigation, and medical malpractice case reviews in Indiana.