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We are looking to recruit a dynamic, highly motivated Registered Nurse with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in Ward I, Lorn & Islands Rural General Hospital, Oban. Ward I is a 14 bedded ward comprising of 14 general medical beds with focus on rehabilitation, stroke recovery and palliative care.
Ward I offers a friendly and supportive learning environment. You will have robust clinical skills and knowledge in acute medical nursing, experience in rehabilitation is desirable but not essential. Applicants should have evidence of continuous professional development, a commitment to life-long learning and an enthusiastic and innovative approach to service development. ILS training is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.
Lorn & Islands rural General Hospital is a modern, well equipped hospital situated in Oban on the stunning west coast of Scotland. Ferry links can transport you easily to Mull or the more distant islands. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty with countless leisure activities, good schools and a strong sense of community. Relocation package may be available. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Department contact -
Lorna MacDougall
Senior Charge Nurse, Intermediate Care Ward
01631788909 lorna.macdougall@nhs.scot
Job ref: 246912
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 24th May 2026
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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- Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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