Breast Cancer CNS: Expert Care Navigator

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pool (staff wellbeing)

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Dyson Cancer Centre

Job summary

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to support patients with secondary breast cancer and those receiving neoadjuvant treatment. The CNS will act as a key worker, providing expert clinical advice, care coordination, symptom management, and psychological support within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires autonomous practice with close collaboration to ensure seamless care across the cancer pathway, plus participation in

Qualifications

• Ongoing professional development evidenced.
• State registration with the NMC.
• Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent.
• Advanced communication skills training or willingness to undertake.
• Post-registration training preferably in cancer care.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key worker for patients undergoing neo-adjuvant/adjuvant treatment and those with secondary breast cancer, providing holistic assessment, care planning, coordination, and ongoing support.
• Deliver specialist clinical care and psychological support through clinic reviews and remote consultations.
• Provide education and information to patients, families, and carers to enable informed decisions and self-management.
• Collaborate with the MDT to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care across primary and secondary settings.
• Advocate for patients, coordinate referrals, and signpost to services meeting physical, psychological, and supportive needs.
• Contribute to service development through audits, quality improvement, and research.
• Support staff development through supervision, teaching, and mentorship.
• Maintain professional standards and governance for safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Advanced communication

Care coordination

Holistic assessment

Clinical teamwork

Education

NMC registration (Nursing & Midwifery Council)

Nurse degree or diploma in relevant field

Job description

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to support patients with secondary breast cancer and those receiving neoadjuvant treatment. The CNS will act as a key worker, providing expert clinical advice, care coordination, symptom management, and psychological support within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires autonomous practice with close collaboration to ensure seamless care across the cancer pathway, plus participation in