NOC 31300 · TEER Level 1

Nursing coordinators and supervisors

Nursing coordinators and supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnel in the provision of patient care.

Also known as:acute care coordinator - nursingassistant head nursebirthing room nursing supervisorburn unit nursing coordinatorburn unit nursing supervisorcoordinator of nursing servicesRegistrarAccess RepresentativeAdmissions CoordinatorAdmitting ClerkAdmitting RepresentativeCare NavigatorCase ManagerClinical Liaison
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Market Demand

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TEER 1

Skill Level

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NB, SK, PE

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What They Do

  • Supervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnel
  • Evaluate patients' needs and ensure that required nursing care is delivered
  • Set up and coordinate nursing services in conjunction with other health services
  • Ensure quality nursing care is provided and appropriate administrative procedures are followed
  • Assist in the establishment of unit policies and procedures
  • Administer nursing unit budget and ensure that supplies and equipment are available
  • Assist in the selection, evaluation and professional development of nursing personnel
  • Collaborate on research projects related to nursing and medical care and multidisciplinary services
  • May provide direct patient care.

Qualifications

  • checkCompletion of a university, college or other approved registered nursing, or registered psychiatric nursing, program is required.
  • checkCourses in management studies or a degree, diploma or certificate in management or administration may be required.
  • checkRegistration with a regulatory body is required for registered nurses in all provinces and territories and for registered psychiatric nurses in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and the Yukon.
  • checkClinical experience as a registered nurse, or as a registered psychiatric nurse, is required.

Market Outlook by Province

NB

New Brunswick

The employment outlook will be Very good for nursing coordinators and supervisors (NOC 31300) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.As the population continues to age, the growing need for health services will drive the steady demand for this occupation.These are usually not entry-level positions. Advancement to a supervisory position in health care depends upon experience and relevant education in the candidate's field or specialty. Individuals with some experience or specialization in health services administration will most likely have enhanced job prospects. A health service management certificate or equivalent would be considered an asset for employers.Knowledge of both French and English will enhance job prospects.Registration with the Nurses Association of New Brunswick could be required.A criminal record check and proof of Canadian Nurse Protective Society (CNPS) insurance are necessary.Here are some key facts about nursing coordinators and supervisors in New Brunswick: Approximately 1,100 people work in this occupation. Nursing coordinators and supervisors mainly work in the following sectors: Hospitals (NAICS 622): 54%Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 36%Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 16% for all occupations80% of nursing coordinators and supervisors work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 10% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 90% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 5% compared to 30% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 57% compared to 16% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

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Outlook

SK

Saskatchewan

The employment outlook will be Very good for nursing coordinators and supervisors (NOC 31300) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about nursing coordinators and supervisors in Saskatchewan: Approximately 1,150 people work in this occupation. Nursing coordinators and supervisors mainly work in the following sectors: Hospitals (NAICS 622): 70%Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 15%Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 10%Social assistance (NAICS 624): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 89% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 11% compared to 19% for all occupations83% of nursing coordinators and supervisors work all year, while 17% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 8% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 92% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 61% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations

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Outlook

PE

Prince Edward Island

The employment outlook will be Good for nursing coordinators and supervisors (NOC 31300) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about nursing coordinators and supervisors in Prince Edward Island: Approximately 300 people work in this occupation. Nursing coordinators and supervisors mainly work in the following sectors: Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 49%Hospitals (NAICS 622): 36%Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 15% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 76% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 24% compared to 16% for all occupations80% of nursing coordinators and supervisors work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: less than 5% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: more than 95% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: n/a apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 25% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 42% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 12% compared to 8% for all occupations

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Top Companies Hiring

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Fraser Healt

Fraser Health

12 active roles · Port Moody, BC · Langley, BC

Shared Healt

Shared Health

8 active roles · Winnipeg, MB · Selkirk, MB

Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Health Authority

8 active roles · Moose Jaw, SK · Swift Current, SK

Bayshore Hea

Bayshore HealthCare

4 active roles · Petawawa, ON · Halifax, NS

Yukon Hospit

Yukon Hospital Corporation

4 active roles · Whitehorse, YT

CHEO

CHEO

4 active roles · Ottawa, ON

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Core Competencies

Coordinating

to coordinate and set up nursing services in conjunction with other health services and teams

Social Perceptiveness

to navigate complex social interactions, manage conflicts effectively and promote a positive and cohesive healthcare environment

Problem Identification and Inductive Reasoning

to evaluate patients' needs and ensure required nursing care is delivered

Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity

to direct, guide, instruct and train nursing staff to collaborate on research projects related to nursing, medical care and multidisciplinary services

Leadership

to supervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnel and to assist in the establishment of policies and procedures

Knowledge in Physical Health

to understand patient needs, ensure safety, monitor health status, support clinical decisions, educate staff, advocate for patients and manage emergencies effectively

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