Nursing care coordinator NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for nursing care coordinator.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for nursing care coordinator is 31300 (Nursing coordinators and supervisors), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer. It's eligible for Healthcare category draws.
NOC code
31300
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Healthcare
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 31300 covers
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. They are employed in health care institutions such as hospitals, clinics and nursing homes, and in nursing agencies.
| Unit group | 31300 — Nursing coordinators and supervisors |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Health occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- 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
To use NOC 31300 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 31300 →
Other job titles under NOC 31300
- Nursing services coordinator
- Nursing supervisor
- Psychiatric nursing supervisor
- Public health nursing supervisor
- Patient care coordinator - nursing
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 31300, one of these may fit better:
- Administrative services coordinator — NOC 13100 (Administrative officers, TEER 3)
- Advanced care paramedic — NOC 32102 (Paramedical occupations, TEER 2)
- Child care live-in caregiver — NOC 44100 (Home child care providers, TEER 4)
- Child care worker assistant — NOC 42202 (Early childhood educators and assistants, TEER 2)
- Convention coordinator — NOC 12103 (Conference and event planners, TEER 2)
- Coordinator of social work — NOC 41300 (Social workers, TEER 1)
- Critical care nurse — NOC 31301 (Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses, TEER 1)
- Critical care paramedic — NOC 32102 (Paramedical occupations, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for nursing care coordinator?+
In NOC 2021, "nursing care coordinator" is an example title in unit group 31300 — Nursing coordinators and supervisors. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Health occupations" broad category.
Is nursing care coordinator eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 31300 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does nursing care coordinator get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 31300 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a nursing care coordinator get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 31300 is on IRCC's list for Healthcare and Social Services Occupations, 2026-Version 3. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says nursing care coordinator but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 31300. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.