Job requirements
Essential
19 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Technical and dexterity skills
- Knowledge
Experience providing complex patient counselling and support
- Knowledge
Proven leadership and service development experience
- Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of breast reconstruction options, complications, and aftercare
- Experience
Excellent communication and teaching skills
- Experience
Significant experience at Band 6 or above within breast or reconstruction/plastic surgery
- Experience
Extensive experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within the specialist area delivering effective patient focused care.
- Experience
Experience of delivering change management both personally and as a facilitator
- Communication
Ability to work autonomously and within MDT
- Communication
Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Communication
Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused
- Qualifications
Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
- Analytical & Judgement Skills
Resilient and adaptable
- Analytical & Judgement Skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
- Analytical & Judgement Skills
Clinical assessment skills /evidence-based practice
- Analytical & Judgement Skills
Risk assessment and management skills
- Analytical & Judgement Skills
Knowledge of current clinical & nursing research & NICE guidance
- Planning & Organisational Skills
Time and resource management skills
- Planning & Organisational Skills
Clinic and caseload management
Desirable
9 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Advanced clinical skills
- Skills
Specialist Procedural skills
- Knowledge
Experience in audit, research, and pathway redesign
- Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent level of experience; Evidence of advanced clinical practice training
- Qualifications
Non-medical prescribing qualification (V300)
- Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification in oncology or breast care
- Qualifications
Leadership Course
- Planning & Organisational Skills
Experience with data management and patient outcome systems
- Planning & Organisational Skills
Understanding of national cancer strategies and pathways
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated nurse to join our Breast Services team as a Breast Reconstruction Specialist Nurse.
This is a senior leadership role for an autonomous, advanced practitioner who will provide expert care and support for patients undergoing breast reconstruction following breast cancer surgery. You will work closely with the breast and plastic surgery teams to deliver a seamless, patient-centred service throughout the reconstructive pathway — from diagnosis and surgical planning to long-term recovery and survivorship.
The post holder will act as the clinical lead for breast reconstruction nursing, driving forward high standards of care, service development, and patient experience in line with national best practice.
About You:
We are looking for an experienced senior nurse with substantial knowledge and clinical expertise in breast surgery, plastic/reconstructive surgery, or oncology. You will have advanced assessment and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously while contributing to a dynamic MDT.
You should be able to demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a commitment to developing services in line with evolving patient needs.
Main duties of the job
- Provide specialist advice, education, and support to patients considering or undergoing breast reconstruction.
- Lead nurse-led clinics for pre- and post-operative assessment, education, and follow-up care.
- Offer holistic assessment and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Work collaboratively with breast and plastic surgeons, oncologists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to coordinate complex care.
- Lead on the development and implementation of breast reconstruction pathways and patient information resources.
- Act as a resource and educator for nursing and medical staff within the breast service and beyond.
- Contribute to audit, research, and service improvement projects to enhance patient outcomes and experience.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Clinical Nurse Specialist: Breast Reconstruction with The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust in Dudley, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Clinical nurse specialist role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 22 Oct 2026.
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