Full-Time - Practice Nurse

Academy Street, Forfar DD8 2HA

Practice Nurse

Academy Medical Centre

Full time 30-37.5 hours

Salary competitive: dependent on experience

We are searching for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and person-centred Practice Nurse or Nurse Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team at Academy Medical Centre. We are open to applications from those with experience in General Practice and those keen to begin a career in General Practice Nursing.

This role will be wide-ranging and develop to suit the needs of the practice and patient population. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and wish to be part of an innovative forward-thinking team we would love to hear from you. Informal visits are welcomed.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit to the practice please contact Julie Reid Lead Nurse/Advanced Nurse Practitioner on 01307 462316 or

Applications must be made in writing enclosing a CV and cover letter. Applications close 11th November 2026. This should be sent to Teressa Forbes, Practice Manger

What we offer

• A supportive team that encourages professional development tailored to your goals.
• A modern purpose-built facility shared with HSPC, district nurses, pharmacy and community teams.
• Ample free onsite parking and nearby shops
• A collaborative team inclusive of 2 GP partners, 2 salaried GPs, 3 Advanced nurse practitioners, 3 Nurse Practitioners, 4 Healthcare Assistants and a full administrative team.
• Practice list size of 8,700. Using systems Vision, Docman, Microsoft 365 IT systems and Medlink.
• Allocated protected learning time
• Competitive salary

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Long term condition reviews utilising Medlink, telephone and face-to-face methods.
• Maintain accurate and timely record keeping.
• Assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care plans for patients in line with their wishes and achievable goals.
• Aid the management team with the development and implementation of DES projects.
• Interpretation of biochemistry and microbiology results.
• Identifying patients who would benefit from health optimisation through education, lifestyle changes and medication.
• Collaborating with the wider clinical and administrative team to deliver high-quality person-centred care.
• Performing core nursing duties such as venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections for a range of conditions.
• Support nursing and medical students whilst on placement.

Essential Requirements

• You must possess effective communication skills both orally and written
• NMC registration
• Be motivated, reliable and flexible
• Work well within a team and autonomously
• Possess the ability to manage your time and prioritise workload well

Desirable skills and qualifications

The following are desirable for the role. Candidates should either hold these qualifications and competencies or be willing to work towards achieving them with the support of the practice.

• Cervical cytology
• Qualifications in Diabetes and other long-term conditions (including COPD, Asthma, Cardiovascular Disease, Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease), or a willingness to work towards obtaining these.
• Minor illness module
• Medlink experience
• Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification
• Practice assessor/supervisor experience

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