Nurse Navigator

Primary Pathway: Clinical Care
Also Relevant To: Community & Support Services

Overview:
Helps clients and families navigate services, appointments, and transitions of care—removing barriers to access. Nurse Navigators educate, coordinate care, and advocate for culturally safe care, often in complex pathways (e.g., oncology).

What You’ll Do:

  • Assess needs and coordinate care plans.
  • Book referrals and support transitions.
  • Provide education on conditions and services.
  • Advocate for culturally safe care.

Prerequisites:

  • Grade 12 diploma — Regular Grade 12, Adult 12, or GED.

Program Locations: Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina, Meadow Lake, North Battleford

Programs:

  • College of Nursing / Faculty of Nursing / School of Nursing – Continuing Care
  • Practical Nursing, Indigenous Practical Nursing
  • Health Care Aide
  • Community Health Representative

University or Post‑Secondary:

  • University of Regina
  • University of Saskatchewan
  • Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT)
  • Carlton Trail College
  • Lakeland College
  • Northlands College
  • North West College
  • Saskatchewan Polytechnic
  • Suncrest College
  • Southeast College

Education & Qualifications:

  • Nursing background preferred; strong system knowledge.
  • Communication, problem‑solving, advocacy.

Where You’ll Work:

  • Clinics, hospitals, community programs.

Growth Pathways:

  • Care Coordinator → Case Management Lead → Program Manager