Randy Jones

Randy A. Jones, PhD, RN, FADLN, FAAN, is a professor, Associate Dean for Partner Development and Engagement in the UVA School of Nursing, and the Assistant Director for Community Outreach and Engagement at UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center.  In these roles, he prioritizes sustained, community-centered health collaboration. He partners closely with Charlottesville-area organizations to expand access to care, including through the UVA Mobile Health Clinic, which brings high‑quality primary care directly into neighborhoods such as Fifeville, Southwood, Esmont, and Greene County. This mobile unit—developed in response to community‑identified needs—has improved access for residents facing transportation, financial, and structural barriers, fostering trust and continuity of care through hundreds of patient encounters.
Jones also leads initiatives that strengthen community engagement across generations, including hosting middle‑school students through the Starr Hill Pathways program to introduce historically marginalized youth to nursing careers. He supports local health fairs, church‑based wellness events, and collaborative outreach efforts, advancing health equity while preparing students to engage ethically and effectively with diverse communities.