Breast Care Surgical CNS — Specialist Nurse

UHCW; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Surgical Breast Care team in Rugby. The post is Band 6, 37.5 hours, full-time, fixed-term for 12 months to cover maternity leave, with cross-site working between Trust sites.

The role focuses on high-quality, patient-centred care from diagnosis through treatment, with opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary breast care service.

Qualifications

• Current Professional Registration (NMC registered).
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Teaching and assessing qualification.
• Study at level 6 (degree/ diploma).
• Accredited course in breast care.
• Advanced communication skills course.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing care, support and advice to patients with breast cancer.
• Act as a key worker for patients, ensuring continuity of care.
• Undertake clinical assessments and support patients physically and psychologically.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to coordinate evidence-based care.
• Provide information, education and emotional support to patients and families.
• Contribute to service development and clinical governance.

Skills

NMC registration

CPD

Teaching qualification

Breast care knowledge

Advanced communication

Education

Degree/diploma (level 6)

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Surgical Breast Care team in Rugby. The post is Band 6, 37.5 hours, full-time, fixed-term for 12 months to cover maternity leave, with cross-site working between Trust sites.

The role focuses on high-quality, patient-centred care from diagnosis through treatment, with opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary breast care service.