Breast Care Nurse

InHealth Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Exeter is seeking a qualified Breast Care Nurse to provide exceptional support to women undergoing breast assessments. The role involves ensuring patients receive the best care during their screening journey, identifying those needing extra support, and acting as a trusted resource for colleagues. Candidates must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and have a minimum of 5 years experience in breast care nursing. Join us to make a real difference in women's lives.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Skilled in supporting women through diagnosis and treatment challenges.
• Adaptable and able to prioritise effectively in a busy clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to women undergoing breast assessments.
• Ensure patients receive the right information for informed decisions.
• Support patients at high familial risk of breast cancer.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Minimum of 5 years experience in breast care nursing

Job description

Overview

The North and East Devon Breast Screening Service invites approximately 100,000 women to screening every three years. The static screening unit is located at Matford Business Centre and is supported by two mobile units covering 19 sites across North and East Devon. Patients requiring treatment are referred to Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust for surgical and oncological services.

About InHealth

InHealth is the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. We work collaboratively with the NHS to deliver high‑quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. Our mission is to provide high‑quality services to over 7 million patients by 2030 while maintaining a 97 % patient satisfaction rate.

Job responsibilities

As a Breast Care Nurse you will champion and provide professional nursing care to women undergoing breast assessment investigations, ensuring they receive the best possible support throughout their screening journey.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide professional nursing care, reassurance and support during breast assessment investigations.
• Identify women who may need extra support and guide them through treatment pathways with clarity and compassion.
• Offer emotional and practical support to patients and families, signposting or referring where appropriate.
• Support patients at high familial risk of breast cancer with evidence‑based advice.
• Ensure patients have the right information to make informed decisions about their treatment.
• Act as a trusted resource for colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice.
• Champion patient‑centred care across the screening service area.

What we’re looking for

• A qualified Breast Care Nurse with a minimum of 5 years post‑registration experience as an RGN.
• Skilled in supporting women through diagnosis and treatment challenges.
• An excellent communicator, empathetic, professional and confident in handling sensitive conversations.
• Organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively in a busy clinical environment.
• A strong team player who can also work independently.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of confidentiality, professionalism and patient care.
• Knowledge of NBSS systems, NHS Breast Screening Programme or Breast Cancer Care guidelines is an advantage but not essential.

Why join us?

InHealth offers the chance to make a tangible difference to women’s lives each day. You will work with a collaborative, forward‑thinking team, share your expertise, and deliver care that truly puts patients first.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are a qualified Breast Care Nurse looking for a role where your skills, compassion and commitment will have a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join us in providing outstanding care across North and East Devon.

Person Specification

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in breast care nursing.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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