Clinical Nurse (Surgery)

About the role

The Department of Surgery is seeking a Clinical Nurse in Breast Surgery to join the multidisciplinary breast care team. This role provides direct clinical support to breast surgeons and high-touch guidance to patients navigating breast surgery evaluation, treatment, and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Support breast surgeons during outpatient clinics, preparing clinical documentation.
• Facilitate test ordering (imaging, labs, pathology) and ensure results are available for surgeon review.
• Care coordination to include coordinating with radiology, pathology, oncology, and other departments to streamline care plans.
• Triage patient calls and clinical concerns, escalating urgent issues appropriately per workflow.
• Provide comprehensive preoperative education including expectations for procedures, and post-operative care.
• Teach wound care, drain management, medication regimens, and potential complication signs.
• Empower patients with evidence-based resources and supportive materials tailored to health literacy needs.
• Serve as a consistent, accessible point of contact for patients throughout the surgical journey.
• Collaborate with oncology navigators, radiology staff, plastic surgery, genetics, and social work as needed to support individualized patient pathways.
• Identify barriers to care (financial, psychosocial, logistical) and connect patients with appropriate resources.

Requirements

• Individual must be a registered nurse, licensed in the State of Maryland or state where practicing.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related discipline preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Maintain current licensure and certification during duration of employment.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include an individual who is a registered nurse, licensed in the State of Maryland or state where practicing.

Skills

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of breast surgery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Experience with patient education and counseling.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

Details on benefits will be provided upon hire.

Pay

$64,600 - $113,300 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)

Schedule

M-F FLSA Status: Exempt