Nursing coordinators and supervisors in Edmonton

The employment outlook will be Moderate for nursing coordinators and supervisors (NOC 31300) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few 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.

• Demand for supervisory nursing roles remains steady, supported by ongoing healthcare needs and workforce retirements.
• Alberta’s aging population continues to drive demand for healthcare services across the province.
• However, growth in new supervisory positions is expected to be more limited, as healthcare systems face budget constraints and staffing pressures.
• Evolving care models and system restructuring may also be shifting focus away from traditional supervisory roles.
• Opportunities still exist, particularly in long-term care facilities and hospital settings where experienced leadership is essential.

Here are some key facts about nursing coordinators and supervisors in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Nursing coordinators and supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 72%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 28%