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How much do assistant breast nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant breast nurse practitioner in the United States is $127,682.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant breast nurse practitioner?

An Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioner is a registered nurse with advanced training who specializes in providing care to patients with breast health concerns, including breast cancer. They assist in clinical assessments, support patients through diagnostic tests and treatments, and offer education and counseling. Working alongside physicians and other healthcare professionals, they help coordinate care, monitor patient progress, and ensure patients receive comprehensive support throughout their breast health journey.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant breast nurse practitioner?

To thrive as an Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioner, you need a solid clinical background in nursing, specialized breast care knowledge, and a relevant nursing degree with appropriate licensure. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), breast imaging systems, and certification in breast care nursing or oncology is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, patient education abilities, and emotional resilience help build trust and support patients through sensitive diagnoses and treatments. These skills are critical for delivering comprehensive, compassionate care and ensuring effective collaboration within multidisciplinary breast care teams.

What are some common challenges faced by assistant breast nurse practitioners in their daily work?

Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioners often manage a diverse patient caseload, which can include emotional conversations with patients receiving difficult diagnoses. Balancing direct patient care with administrative duties, such as documenting care and coordinating multidisciplinary meetings, is a frequent challenge. Additionally, staying updated with evolving breast cancer treatments and protocols requires ongoing learning. Effective teamwork and clear communication with oncologists, surgeons, and radiologists are also crucial for providing comprehensive care.

What is the difference between Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioner vs Breast Nurse?

AspectAssistant Breast Nurse PractitionerBreast Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN), additional training in breast careRegistered Nurse (RN), specialized in breast health
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, breast cancer centersHospitals, outpatient clinics, breast care units
Roles & ResponsibilitiesAssist in patient care, support education, coordinate screeningsProvide direct patient care, education, and support for breast health

The Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioner typically supports breast care teams with patient assistance and coordination, while the Breast Nurse focuses on direct patient care and education. Both roles require nursing credentials and work in similar healthcare settings, but the Assistant role often involves more support and coordination tasks.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Breast Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,682 per year, or $61.4 per hour.

Breast Surgery Nurse Practitioner (NP) - 100% Breast - Virtua Medical Group

Virtua Health

Voorhees, NJ • On-site

$125K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New

Virtua Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 177 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Breast Nurse Practitioner Opportunity

Virtua Medical Group, a physician-led organization of over 1,800 clinicians and growing, is looking to add a Breast Nurse Practitioner to our well-established breast surgery team.

This is a full-time, employed position with Virtua Medical Group, located in South Jersey with easy access to Philadelphia, the New Jersey Shore, New York City, and Washington, DC.

Our breast surgeons and advanced practice providers maintain a 100% breast-focused practice, caring for patients with both benign and malignant breast conditions. The team provides comprehensive, patient-centered care while utilizing the latest clinical techniques, technology, and treatment options available.

About Our Breast Program:

  • Integrated within the Penn Medicine | Virtua Health Cancer Program, offering access to a leading academic-affiliated oncology network
  • NAPBC-accredited program supported by a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team including radiology, pathology, plastic surgery, medical oncology, and radiation oncology
  • Comprehensive, patient-centered care model with close collaboration among nurse navigators, genetic counselors, research coordinators, social workers, rehabilitation services (OT/PT), and home care teams to ensure seamless continuity of care
  • Shared breast surgery call with a two-week rotation among a team of dedicated breast surgeons
  • Strong clinical support structure including two advanced practice providers, a nurse coordinator, and a dedicated surgical scheduler
  • Well-established and robust referral network supporting consistent case volume and program growth

Compensation:

  • The starting salary for this position is: $125,000.00 (annually). The actual compensation package could vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, the applicant's experience, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:

  • Loan forgiveness
  • Paid malpractice coverage
  • Paid vacation time
  • CME stipend

Interested in joining our team? Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to vmgrecruiting@virtua.org.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Marlton, NJ, US

Year founded

1998

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