Field Team Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Summary

Oak Orchard Health is seeking a compassionate and community-focused Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Patient Engagement Services (PES) team. The Field Team RN provides direct nursing care and health outreach services to Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker populations through mobile and community-based healthcare initiatives.

Working collaboratively with providers, community health workers, and multidisciplinary team members, the Field Team RN plays a vital role in improving access to healthcare for underserved populations. This position supports Oak Orchard Health's mission by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring efficient clinical operations in field settings.

This position requires availability on Tuesdays from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM and Thursdays from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM, with opportunities to pick up additional hours supporting Patient Enga gement Services or within Oak Orchard Health Primary Care offices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Services

• Perform age-appropriate patient      screenings and assessments, documenting and reporting findings as      appropriate.
• Obtain and record patient vital      signs accurately and efficiently.
• Administer vaccines, injections,      and PPD placements in accordance with established nursing protocols and      provider direction.
• Ensure accurate documentation of      immunizations and treatments, including NYSIIS reporting requirements.
• Assist in providing patient      education and support to promote health, wellness, and disease prevention.

Documentation & Care Coordination

• Prepare and update patient      medical records, including immunization histories, medication lists,      problem lists, and medical, social, and family histories.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and      compliant documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Complete required patient and      provider paperwork and assist with care coordination activities.
• Ensure documentation meets Oak      Orchard Health standards and regulatory requirements.

Mobile Unit & Clinical Operations

• Maintain, clean, and organize the      mobile healthcare unit between patient visits and as needed throughout      clinical operations.
• Monitor and maintain adequate      supplies and equipment to support safe and efficient patient care.
• Perform machine maintenance and      point-of-care testing (POCT) quality controls according to manufacturer      recommendations and industry standards.
• Monitor expiration dates of      vaccines, medications, injections, instruments, samples, and clinical      supplies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and      professional work environment.

Quality & Compliance

• Adhere to infection prevention      and control policies and procedures.
• Promote patient and staff safety      by following all clinical and operational protocols.
• Ensure compliance with Oak      Orchard Health policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Participate in team meetings,      training activities, and community outreach initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other duties and      responsibilities as requested by management

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience in Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Public Health, Community Health, or a related clinical setting preferred.
• Experience working with diverse and underserved patient populations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population.
• Experience utilizing Electronic Medical Record (EMR/EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to work in community-based and mobile healthcare environments.

At Oak Orchard Health, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of our communities by providing high-quality, accessible healthcare to all. As a Field Team Registered Nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a mission-driven team dedicated to serving vulnerable populations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment

 Join Oak Orchard Health and help bring quality healthcare directly to the communities that need it most.