Faculty Profiles

Melinda Nwanganga
Clinical Associate Teaching Professor
Nursing Science
mnwanganga@saintmarys.edu
Melinda Nwanganga is a Family Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of nursing experience. She has taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, where she emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice and its application in clinical settings. Melinda is deeply committed to patient-centered care and values the power of interdisciplinary collaboration. As an educator, she is passionate about fostering student success and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Education
DNP, Valparaiso University
BSN, Andrews University
Professional Experience
- Clinical Associate Teaching Professor, Saint Mary's College, 2025-present
- Family Nurse Practitioner, South Bend Clinic, 2016 - 2018; 2024 – Present
- Clinical Associate Professor, Andrews University 2024-2025
- Assistant Professor, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI, 2018-2024
- Family Nurse Practitioner, CVS Minute Clinic, Mishawaka, IN, 2019 – 2023
- Staff Nurse PACU, Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Indiana, 2013-2016
- Staff Nurse Intermediate Care Center, Memorial Hospital, South Bend, Indiana, 2003-2013
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Sigma Theta Tau