Allison Barrett
Coleraine
Summary
Registered Nurse with progressive leadership experience across long-term care, rehabilitation, and outpatient clinical settings. Skilled in acute and chronic patient management, wound care, and multi-route medication administration. Proven ability to lead nursing teams, coordinate training programs, and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN Lead)
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
Grand Rapids
03.2026 - Current
- Led weekend nursing operations, supervised staff, and ensured safe, efficient patient care delivery.
- Administer medications via multiple routes including oral, injectable, topical, tube feeding, and IV therapies.
- Provided wound care management to support patient recovery and maintain health standards. for mild to severe cases, promoting patient recovery and comfort.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions, prioritizing patient needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Respond to patient care calls and clinical concerns with strong decision-making skills.
- Document and coordinate care using PointClickCare (PCC).
- Facilitated staff performance and workflow efficiency, ensuring adherence to established care standards.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Essentia Health (Clinic & LTC Affiliated Care)
Hibbing
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Provided patient care across outpatient clinic and LTC affiliated settings.
- Assisted with procedures and treatments, including women's health and minor interventions.
- Administered medications and injections.
- Triaged patient concerns and coordinated care across settings.
- Utilized Epic EMR for documentation and interdisciplinary communication.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Essentia Health (Clinic & LTC Affiliated Care)
Hibbing
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Delivered direct patient care in both clinic and LTC affiliated environments.
- Roomed patients, obtained vitals, and supported provider workflows.
- Administered medications and injections.
- Assisted with procedures and treatments.
- Provided patient education and ongoing support.
Lead TMA / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Brookstone Manor (LTC & Assisted Living)
Grand Rapids
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Supervised medication administration and delegated tasks to support staff.
- Provided direct patient care in both long-term care and assisted living settings.
- Assisted with daily care, treatments, and monitoring of residents.
- Supported care planning and collaborated with interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained safe and organized medication workflows.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
Grand Rapids
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Provided direct resident care including hygiene, mobility, and daily living assistance.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Supported a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for residents.
OnTrack Program Coordinator
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
Grand Rapids
- Lead training program for individuals pursuing Nursing Assistant certification.
- Provide hands-on instruction, mentorship, and competency evaluation.
- Support onboarding and development of new clinical staff.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (RN)
Northwest Technical College
05-2024
Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) -
Itasca Community College
05-2019
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care (Mild to Complex)
- Acute & Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Judgment
- Staff Leadership & Supervision
- EMR Systems: Epic, PointClickCare
- Patient Communication & Education
- Training & Staff Development
- Patient triage
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Workflow optimization
- Training and mentoring
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Additional Information - Medical Leave
Surgical Recovery, 2015-2016
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN Lead)
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
03.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
Essentia Health (Clinic & LTC Affiliated Care)
07.2024 - 02.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Essentia Health (Clinic & LTC Affiliated Care)
07.2019 - 06.2024
Lead TMA / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Brookstone Manor (LTC & Assisted Living)
01.2016 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
04.2014 - 09.2015
OnTrack Program Coordinator
Grand Village LTC & Rehab
Associate Degree - Nursing (RN)
Northwest Technical College
Practical Nursing Diploma (LPN) -
Itasca Community College