Jodi Allen

Jodi Allen is an Assistant Professor and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator in Purdue University Northwest's College of Nursing. Her clinical practice and research address healthcare disparities among homeless and vulnerable populations, while improving nurse practitioner education through evidence-based curriculum design.

Research examines systemic barriers to healthcare access, chronic disease management in primary care, and community-engaged educational models. Articles demonstrate commitment to health equity through clinical training innovations and analysis of high-prevalence conditions in underserved settings.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Allen served on Purdue Northwest's Safe Return Task Force, developing campus safety protocols while ensuring nursing students completed clinical requirements. She maintains active practice as a family nurse practitioner alongside academic responsibilities.