Band 8a Lead Nurse Breast Clinical Nurse Specialist

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust; Romford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Romford is seeking an experienced Breast Lead Nurse to manage the Breast Care team, provide clinical expertise, and ensure high standards of care. The successful candidate will have substantial experience in breast care nursing, demonstrate strong leadership abilities, and be committed to patient care standards. This position offers opportunities for career development and collaborative work within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with substantial experience in breast care nursing and leadership/management responsibilities.
• Ability to lead a team, contribute to service development, and provide mentoring and education as part of the MDT.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Breast Care Nurses and the Breast Outpatient Department.
• Provide clinical expertise, advice and skills to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Lead and develop the Breast Service in line with Trust objectives.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Breast care expertise

Mentoring and education

Education

Registered nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

BHRUT is looking for an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of the Breast Lead Nurse. The Lead Nurse will have overall responsibility for the direction and development of the Breast Service at BHRUT. The post holder will work as an integral member of the Multidisciplinary Team within Barking Havering and Redbridge University Trust and will acknowledge and provide overall responsibility for the provision of specialist nursing advice and support to patients and families, in inpatient and outpatient settings, throughout their care pathway.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Breast Care Nurses and the Breast Outpatient Department.
• Provide clinical expertise, advice and skills to ensure the smooth running of the department and the delivery of high standards of care.
• Represent the service at regional and national Breast Cancer meetings.
• Lead and develop the Breast Service in line with Trust objectives and multidisciplinary team care pathways.
• Ensure safeguarding and promotion of welfare for children, young people and adults in line with the Trust procedures.

Qualifications and experience

• Registered nurse with substantial experience in breast care nursing and leadership/management responsibilities.
• Ability to lead a team, contribute to service development, and provide mentoring and education as part of the MDT.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and safeguarding requirements.

Additional information

• Trust is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; the post holder must be aware of responsibilities and work in line with safeguarding procedures.
• All salaries include standard allowances (e.g., High Cost Area) for Agenda for Change contracts.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community; flexible working arrangements and job-sharing opportunities may be considered where service needs permit.
• Information for applicants: correspondence will be by e-mail; ensure referees are from the most recent employer and include a direct line manager or supervisor; include any employment gaps clearly and provide business/organisation email addresses for all referees.
• Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust uses TrustID for document verification; original documents must be shown.
• UKVI sponsorship: BHRUT is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Band 2 or Band 3 positions.
• We may close vacancies early if a sufficient number of applications are received.
• Trust buildings and grounds are smoke-free; smoking breaks and use of tobacco products are restricted on Trust premises and while on Trust business. E-cigarettes may be used outside hospital buildings.