Practice Nurse

Lochgilphead Medical Centre, Mid Argyll Community Hospital & Integrated Care Centre, Blarbuie Road, Lochgilphead, Argyll PA31 8JZ

Lochgilphead Medical Centre

Salary:
Competitive and dependent on experience

Hours:
Part-time (24 hours per week)

Contract:
Permanent

Lochgilphead Medical Centre is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Practice Nurse to join our experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team.

We are a busy, forward-thinking GP practice providing care to approximately 6,300 patients across Mid Argyll. Located within the Mid Argyll Community Hospital and Integrated Care Centre, we work closely with community and secondary care colleagues to deliver high-quality, patient-centred healthcare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Practice Nurse or a Registered Nurse interested in developing a career within Primary Care. Full support and training will be provided for the right candidate. The practice has previously supported nurses undertaking Practice Nurse training and is committed to ongoing professional development.

The successful candidate will be involved in a broad range of clinical activities including:

• Chronic Disease Management
• Long-Term Condition Reviews
• Cervical Screening
• Wound Care and Dressings
• Health Promotion and Preventative Care
• Lifestyle Advice and Screening Programmes
• Supporting Quality Improvement Initiatives
• Working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload
• Commitment to high-quality patient care
• Flexible and adaptable approach to service delivery

• Previous experience in General Practice or Primary Care
• Chronic Disease Management qualifications or experience
• Cervical Cytology training
• Mentorship or teaching experience

Applications from nurses wishing to transition into Primary Care are welcomed.

• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunity for further training and development
• Protected learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible approach to working arrangements where possible
• Competitive salary and annual leave entitlement
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful rural location with an excellent quality of life

Based in the heart of Argyll, Lochgilphead offers an exceptional work-life balance with easy access to stunning coastlines, outdoor activities, sailing, walking and cycling. It is an ideal location for those seeking a rewarding career alongside an outstanding quality of life.

Informal enquiries are encouraged and welcomed.

Julie Brown Practice Manager Lochgilphead Medical Centre

Telephone:
Email: nhsh.lochgilpheadmanagert

08/10/2026

Lochgilphead Medical Centre is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

- Remote rural

Contract Type
:
Permanent