About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Breast Care Nursing Team for a Band 6 Breast Care Nurse Specialist. This post offers the opportunity to join a well-established, dynamic and forward-thinking team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across the breast cancer pathway.
The successful candidate will work as an integral member of the Breast Care Nursing Team, contributing to the delivery of a coordinated, holistic service to patients undergoing investigation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for breast disease.
Should no suitable candidate be appointed at Band 6, consideration will be given to recruiting a Band 5 candidate, supported through a structured development pathway for a minimum of six months.
Main duties of the job
To work as an integral member of the Breast Care Nursing Team, contributing to the delivery of a coordinated, high-quality, patient centred service across the breast care pathway.
To contribute to the effective coordination of the patient pathway, ensuring timely communication of information, treatment plans, and results, and supporting the delivery of national cancer targets.
To work collaboratively with colleagues across the MDT, including surgical, oncology, radiology, and allied health professionals, to ensure safe, seamless, and effective care delivery.
To provide specialist advice and support to patients, families, and carers, enabling informed decision-making and promoting patient autonomy.
To support the ongoing development of the Breast Care service through the application of evidence-based practice in line with national guidelines and local policies.
To maintain accountability for clinical practice in accordance with the NMC Code and contribute to maintaining high standards of care within the clinical governance framework.
To act as a resource and role model within the clinical area, supporting and advising nursing and wider clinical staff in the care and management of breast patients.
To ensure effective communication with patients, carers, and all members of the MDT, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills at all times.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse Advanced practice in breast care nursing Preparation for mentorship or equivalent Evidence of ongoing professional development
Desirable
Degree or Evidence of academic pathway towards a degree Enhanced Communication Skills Principles and Practice of Breast Care Module
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Post registration experience to include 2 years recent experience surgical or breast care experience Ability to demonstrate detailed clinical knowledge relating to breast cancer care Ability to assess psychological needs of patients with a breast cancer diagnosis
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good organisational and team building skills Ability to prioritise own workload Good IT skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address James Paget NHS Hospital Trust
Lowestoft Road
Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)