Job Description
Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors co-ordinate and supervise the activities of registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnel in the provision of patient care.Duties May IncludeSupervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnelEvaluate patients needs and ensure that required nursing care is deliveredSet up and co-ordinate nursing services in conjunction with other health servicesEnsure quality nursing care is provided and appropriate administrative procedures are followedAssist in the establishment of unit policies and proceduresAdminister nursing unit budget and ensure that supplies and equipment are availableAssist in the selection, evaluation and professional development of nursing personnelCollaborate on research projects related to nursing and medical care and multidisciplinary servicesExamples of TitlesNursing care co-ordinatorNursing services co-ordinatorNursing SupervisorPatient care co-ordinator - nursingPsychiatric nursing supervisorPublic Health Nursing SupervisorWhere They WorkNursing co-ordinators and supervisors are employed in health care institutions such as hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, and in nursing agencies.Here are some schools that have programs related to this career: Be part of the future of finance with Sustainability and Financial Management at Waterloo!