Rural Community Nurse

Position Overview

The Rural Health Outreach Nurse supports access to care and population health for rural and underserved communities, including Amish and Plain populations served by Primary Health Network. Working in collaboration with providers, nurses, Community Health Workers, and community partners, this role serves as a liaison between patients and the healthcare system to help individuals overcome barriers related to transportation, communication, health literacy, technology access, and care coordination.

The Rural Health Outreach Nurse promotes health and wellness through culturally responsive outreach, patient education, advocacy, telehealth support, and care coordination activities designed to improve access, continuity of care, and health outcomes.

This role emphasizes relationship-building and community engagement to help address health disparities and improve equitable access to healthcare services in rural communities.

Benefits

Choosing PHN means more than a job title; it's a holistic experience that nurtures every facet of your well-being and aspirations.

• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• No weekends (outpatient only)
• Medical/Dental/Vision (Employee and Family plans available, eligible immediately upon start)
• Employer Paid Short Term disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• College Savings Plan
• Fitness Center Membership Reimbursement
• ID Shield & Legal Shield
• Volunteer Time Off Program

Compensation

Position starts at $20.00, however, PHN recognizes experience, education and site location when determining wage.

Location and Hours of Position

Home site: PHN Operations Department 63 Pitt Street, Sharon Pa 16146

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm

This role requires flexibility, as work location and hours may vary in response to program needs and outreach activities.

NO WEEKENDS

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): graduate of Licensed Practical Nurse program and licensed or eligible to take state boards.

• Infection Control and strong clinical knowledge
• Administering Medication
• Previous venipuncture and injection experience preferred
• Previous experience in calling prescriptions under a providers direction
• Computer proficient and EMR experience

What Sets PHN Apart

The Primary Health Network is the largest Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the state of Pennsylvania. The mission of Primary Health Network is to enhance the health and well-being of the communities we serve by fostering trust and ensuring that every individual has access to high-quality, compassionate, and exceptional healthcare.

With the Joint Commission Accreditation, we adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality in healthcare, ensuring top-notch services that surpass industry benchmarks. Some additional achievements that exemplify our commitment to optimal health and wellness include:

Patient Centered Medical Home Accreditation

Age Friendly Care Health System Participant

HRSA Community Health Quality Recognitions in COVID-19 data reporting, advancing health information technology for quality, and continued implementation of the Primary Care Medical Home care model.

Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America for 2025

Accessibility Support for Applicants

Primary Health Network is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities.

If you experience difficulty accessing our careers site or completing an application, or if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruitment@primary-health.net. Our team will work with you to provide an accessible alternative application process.

Primary Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).