Nursing Coordinators and Supervisors
(NOC 3011)
in All HealthNursing coordinators and supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other nursing personnel. They work for health care institutions like hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes, and in nursing agencies.
Job Outlook
Good
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Compared to: All Health
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “good”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is better than average when compared to other occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a fairly large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities occur fairly regularly. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow significantly over the next few years, which will provide additional opportunities for employment. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Nursing Co-ordinators and Supervisors most commonly work full-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs are typically permanent positions. Also, a average portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 65% of Nursing Co-ordinators and Supervisors who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $76,474. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$25.64
Minimum$41.00
Median$47.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$18,057
Minimum$68,657
Median$87,133
MaximumCompared to: All Health
Hourly Pay
$16.38
Minimum$30.45
Median$41.35
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,740
Minimum$43,853
Median$88,944
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Nursing coordinators and supervisors coordinate and supervise the activities of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other nursing personnel. They work for health care institutions like hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes, and in nursing agencies.
Job duties
Nursing coordinators and supervisors:
- 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.
- Make sure quality nursing care is provided and appropriate administrative procedures are followed.
- Help establish unit policies and procedures.
- Administer nursing unit budget and make sure that supplies and equipment are available.
- Help with the selection, evaluation, and professional development of nursing personnel.
- Work on research projects related to nursing and medical care and multidisciplinary services.
- May provide direct patient care.
Sample job titles
- acute care coordinator - nursing
- assistant head nurse
- coordinator of nursing services
- head nurse
- nursing coordinator
- nursing supervisor
- nursing unit supervisor
- nursing ward supervisor
- patient care coordinator
Skills
- As a nursing coordinator you should have skills and aptitudes in the following areas: interpersonal relationships, communication, emotional stability, critical thinking, good judgement, and creativity. Good health and physical stamina may also be required.
Job requirements
- Completion of a university, college or other approved registered nursing, or registered psychiatric nursing, program is required.
- Courses in management studies or a degree, diploma or certificate in management or administration may be required.
- Registration as a registered nurse by a provincial or territorial regulatory body is required.
- Clinical experience as a registered nurse, or as a registered psychiatric nurse, is required.
Other considerations
- Movement to management positions like director of nursing is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Health
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$66,579 median annual incomeSouthern
$68,617 median annual incomeNorth Shore
$72,470 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$54,440 median annual incomeCape Breton
$76,717 median annual incomeCompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Health care and social assistance
What is the age of Employment?
55-64
45-54
35-44
25-34
65+
Compared to: All Health
25-34
45-54
35-44
55-64
15-24
Top levels of education
College Diploma
$54,774 median annual incomeBachelor
$74,754 median annual incomeDiploma Below Bachelor
$80,016 median annual incomeMaster
$75,139 median annual incomeHigh school
N/ACompared to: All Health
College Diploma
$40,033 median annual incomeBachelor
$61,668 median annual incomeMedicine, Dentistry, Veterinary, Optometry
$81,191 median annual incomeHigh school
$24,829 median annual incomeMaster
$69,296 median annual incomeEducation & training
Business Administration and Management
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students to plan, organize, direct, and control the functions and processes of a firm or organization. They include courses in management theory, human resources management and behaviour, accounting and other quantitative methods, purchasing and logistics, organization and production, marketing, and business decision-making.
Institutions providing this program
Lower Sackville, NS
Halifax, NS
Wolfville, NS
Sydney, NS
Truro, NS
Various, NS
Business/Commerce
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs focus on the general study of business, including the processes of interchanging goods and services (buying, selling and producing), business organization, and accounting as used in profit-making and non-profit public and private institutions and agencies. They prepare students to apply business principles and techniques in various occupational settings.
Institutions providing this program
Critical Care Nursing
College or University ProgramThese programs prepare registered nurses to provide specialized care to patients with life-threatening problems, including those in intensive care facilities and on life support. They include courses in adult, neonatal, and pediatric critical care, technical skills, patient monitoring and assessment, normal and abnormal readings, and troubleshooting.
Institutions providing this program
Geriatric Nursing
College or University ProgramThese programs prepare registered nurses to provide health care to aging and elderly patients. They include courses in geriatric primary care, geriatric diagnosis, mental health and aging, primary care management, geriatric acute and chronic illness, advanced nursing practices for geriatric patients, evidence-based nursing practice, advanced physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics.
Institutions providing this program
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
College or Trades ProgramThese programs prepare students to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
Institutions providing this program
Lower Sackville, NS
Halifax, NS
Sydney, NS
Truro, NS
Various, NS
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BScN, MScN)
College or University ProgramThese programs prepare students in the knowledge, techniques and procedures for promoting health, providing care for sick, disabled, infirm, or other individuals or groups. They include courses in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, referring patients to physicians and other health care specialists, and planning education for health maintenance.
Institutions providing this program
Sydney, NS
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Regulations
Right to Title and Practice: This job is regulated. The job title is protected, and you may not use it without a professional licence. A licence shows that the holder has met provincial requirements and is required to legally do this work.