Practice Nurse - Breast Surgery

NewYork-Presbyterian; United States; On-site; USD 134,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian in New York, NY is seeking a Breast Surgery Practice Nurse to guide patients through diagnosis, surgical decision-making, treatment preparation, and postoperative recovery in a state‑of‑the‑art center. You will work with surgeons, APPs, navigators, and oncology colleagues to coordinate care in an ambulatory setting.

The role emphasizes clinical assessment, perioperative education, care coordination, and adherence to NYP standards.

Qualifications

• BSN required and NYS RN license.
• BCLS - AHA; other life-support certifications as required by nursing bylaws.
• Strong patient-education and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a surgical oncology ambulatory setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessment and ongoing evaluation for breast surgery patients (lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, high-risk).
• Support pre- and post-operative care including wound evaluation, drain management education, and follow-up coordination.
• Deliver patient and family education on diagnosis, surgical options, perioperative expectations, and recovery timelines.
• Coordinate safe pre-surgical clearance, imaging workflows, biopsy coordination, and surveillance with surgeons and APPs.
• Guide patients through care transitions—surgery consults, imaging, pathology review, survivorship planning.
• Respond to patient calls and portal messages with triage and escalation as needed.
• Ensure accurate documentation and use of clinical technology to support continuity of care.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic environment aligned with NYP Nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical decision-making

Education

BSN

Current NYS RN license

BCLS - AHA; other life-support certifications

Job description

Location New York, New York Shift: Day (United States of America)

Description

Shape the Future of Surgical Breast Cancer Care At NewYork‑Presbyterian, our breast surgery teams deliver world‑renowned, compassionate care grounded in innovation, precision, and partnership. As a Practice Nurse supporting the Breast Surgery Program at the state‑of‑the‑art David H. Koch Center (DHK), you’ll guide patients through diagnosis, surgical decision‑making, treatment preparation, and postoperative recovery. Your role is essential to ensuring safe care coordination, clinical excellence, and a positive patient experience during some of the most stressful moments in a patient’s life.

About This Role

The Breast Surgery Practice Nurse is a key clinical partner to surgeons, APPs, navigators, and multidisciplinary oncology colleagues. In this ambulatory setting, you will:

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessment and ongoing evaluation for patients undergoing breast surgery—including lumpectomy, mastectomy, reconstruction, and high‑risk evaluations.
• Support pre‑operative and post‑operative care, including wound evaluation, symptom triage, drain management education, and postoperative follow‑up coordination.
• Deliver patient and family education on diagnosis, surgical options, perioperative expectations, recovery timelines, and self‑care plans.
• Partner with surgeons and APPs to facilitate safe pre‑surgical clearance, diagnostic imaging workflows, biopsy coordination, and ongoing surveillance.
• Guide patients through care transitions—surgery consults, imaging, pathology review, plastic surgery integration, medical oncology referrals, and survivorship planning.
• Respond to patient calls and portal messages, performing symptom triage and escalating clinical concerns per established protocols.
• Ensure accurate documentation and use of clinical technology to support the continuity and quality of care.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic environment in alignment with NYP Nursing standards and regulatory requirements.

Professional Practice Responsibilities

• Provide care grounded in the ANA Nursing Scope & Standards and NYP’s Primary Nursing model, emphasizing critical thinking, clinical decision‑making, and accountability.
• Participate in Shared Governance, quality‑improvement initiatives, surgical care optimization projects, and evidence‑based practice activities.
• Demonstrate excellence in communication, patient‑centered service, cultural competency, ethical practice, and teamwork.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing education, skill development, and participation in unit‑based learning programs.

Key Qualifications Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current NYS RN license
• BCLS - AHA; other life‑support certifications as required by nursing bylaws
• Strong patient‑education, assessment, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a surgical oncology practice environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in breast surgery, surgical oncology, ambulatory surgery, or perioperative nursing
• OCN® or CNOR preferred (or willingness to pursue certification)
• Experience with patient navigation, triage, or multidisciplinary oncologic care

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today. Please note that all roles require on‑site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

Awards and Recognition

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: $133,595-$153,220/Annual

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works. Internationally acclaimed, our hospital leads the way in research, life‑shaping education and compassionate care. Step into a career at a truly Amazing place. Among the highest echelon of the topmost hospitals in the world, NewYork-Presbyterian is Making It Possible for patients at this moment. What does this mean for you? Nothing less than an extraordinary career. We care for 1 out of every 4 New Yorkers in medical need. The nation's largest not‑for‑profit academic medical center, with over 2 million patient visits a year.