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.

• Supervise registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and other nursing personnel
  
• Evaluate patients' needs and ensure that required nursing care is delivered
  
• Set up and co-ordinate 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.
  

Nursing care co-ordinator
Nursing services co-ordinator
Nursing Supervisor
Patient care co-ordinator - nursing
Psychiatric nursing supervisor
Public Health Nursing Supervisor

Nursing co-ordinators and supervisors are employed in health care institutions such as hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, and in nursing agencies.