Tixover House worker is awarded the title of Queen’s Nurse

A care home worker has been awarded the title of Queen’s Nurse.

Natalie Lochhead, who works at Tixover House, was chosen to take part in a nine-month development programme run by the Queen’s Nursing Institute Scotland.

Only 21 community nurses were awarded the title in 2024.

Natalie, who is divisional clinical lead nurse for Barchester Healthcare, said: “I have the best job in the world. I work with such brilliant people at Tixover House and Chater Lodge and I love each and every one of my residents – it is the best feeling in the world to know you have made someone feel better and put a smile on their face.

“I was very happy to be selected for the programme and it is lovely to be recognised for doing the job that I love.”

General manager of Tixover House care home, Ive Alexander, added: “This is such a fantastic achievement and the whole home is so proud of Natalie. She is so dedicated, she is a wonderful mentor and support for her colleagues and always goes the extra mile for her residents.

“She really deserves this accolade and we are delighted to celebrate her success.”