For Healthcare Facilities, Homes & Clinics
New Brunswick Pilot Project
Fill Shifts Faster
With Verified Nurses
Stop scrambling. Start staffing smarter.
Whether you're a hospital, long-term care home, retirement residence, clinic, or home care provider — Medloc connects you with qualified nurses on demand.
Government Aligned
Built to Support the
Act Respecting Travel Nurses
In light of the recent passage of An Act Respecting Travel Nurses and the provincial mandate to end high-cost private agency contracts, Medloc is a New Brunswick-made digital solution designed to align with the government's goals.
The Problem: Agency Costs Are Crippling Healthcare
The Government of New Brunswick has cited agency bill rates as high as $306.70/hour for a single travel nurse. New Brunswick is now spending approximately $108 million on private travel agency nurses in the 2024–2025 fiscal year alone. These high costs, driven by staffing shortages, have been cited as a major factor contributing to the province's projected budgetary deficits. Traditional agencies charge 300–600% markups over what nurses actually receive, diverting taxpayer dollars away from patient care.
$306.70
Peak agency bill rate per hour
$108M
NB travel nurse bill (2024–25)
$53M+
Horizon Health alone (prior year)
75–80%
Of bill rate taken as agency profit
Budget Impact Timeline
2023–24
Horizon Health Authority alone spent over $53 million on travel nursing agencies.
2024–25
Provincial travel nurse bill reaches at least $108 million. Department of Health projected significantly over budget due to personnel costs.
2025–26
No new funding for travel nurses in the 2025–2026 budget. Legislation introduced to phase them out. Some regions have set targets to eliminate their use entirely.
Sources: CTV News, Government of New Brunswick, March 2025
The Medloc Solution: 9–12% Transparent Fee
Unlike traditional agencies, Medloc operates on a transparent 9–12% service fee. By matching local New Brunswick nurses directly with unfilled shifts in hospitals and care homes, we:
- Reduce Costs: Eliminate the 300–600% markups charged by out-of-province agencies.
- Ensure Stability: Prioritize local nurses who are already invested in our communities, reducing the churn of “travelers.”
- Audit Transparency: Provide real-time data on shift costs, ensuring they stay within 10% of unionized public sector wage steps.
Transparent Fee Breakdown
Nurse Wage
$65.00/hr
12% App Fee
$6.48/hr
Total Cost to Facility
$72.80/hr
88–91% of every dollar stays in the nurse's pocket or the facility's budget. With agencies, 75–80% disappears as profit and overhead. Applicable provincial taxes (HST/GST/QST/PST) are added at invoicing.
Financial Comparison
See the Difference — Every Hour
Traditional Staffing Agency
$300
per hour billed to facility
Nurse receives~$37–110/hr
Agency overhead & profit$225–250/hr
% to nurse17–25%
% to agency75–83%
Transparency❌ Hidden fees
Cost for 1 nurse × 36 hrs/week = $10,800/week
Medloc Platform
RECOMMENDED
$72.80
per hour billed to facility
Nurse receives$65.00/hr
Medloc platform fee$7.80/hr (12%)
% to nurse89%
% platform fee12%
Transparency✅ Full breakdown
Cost for 1 nurse × 36 hrs/week = $2,177.28/week
Taxpayer Saving Per Hour, Per Nurse
$239.52
That's $8,622.72 saved per nurse per week — or over $448,000 per nurse per year.
Based on $300/hr agency rate vs. $72.80/hr Medloc rate at 36 hrs/week.
Interactive Calculator
Calculate Your Real-Time Savings
Adjust the sliders to match your facility's needs and see exactly how much you'd save with Medloc vs. a traditional staffing agency.
$54/hr
$37 – $110/hr
36 hrs
4 – 60 hrs/week
5 nurses
1 – 50 nurses
$300/hr
$75 – $400/hr (NB peak: $306.70/hr)
Agency Cost (at $300/hr)
$54,000/week
$2,808,000/year
Medloc Cost (at $60.48/hr)
$10,886/week
$566,093/year
Your Estimated Savings
$43,114/week
$2,241,907/year
A 80% reduction in staffing costs.
Real-World Examples
Small Nursing Home
3 nurses × 36 hrs/week
Saves $1.34M/year
Regional Hospital
15 nurses × 36 hrs/week
Saves $6.72M/year
Provincial Health Authority
50 nurses × 36 hrs/week
Saves $22.4M/year
Why Facilities Choose Medloc
Find nurses in minutes
2-hour micro-shifts
100% verified credentials
No agency markup
Real-time analytics
Compliance & Safety
Every Nurse. Fully Verified.
Medloc goes beyond basic credentials. Our platform tracks licences, insurance, background checks, and certifications — so you never have to wonder if a nurse is shift-ready.
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
Nurses stay accountable by keeping their police check up to date. Our digital expiry tracker notifies nurses 30 days before their VSC expires, ensuring they remain “shift-ready” for nursing homes and hospitals.
Auto-notification at 30-day, 14-day, and 7-day marks before expiry.
CPR & First Aid Tracking
Nurses input their CPR/First Aid issue date and expiry date. The platform tracks both and notifies when renewal is needed — no more expired certifications slipping through.
BLS, CPR-C, Standard First Aid — all tracked with issue & expiry dates.
Licence Verification API
Real-time check against the NANB (RN/NP) and ANBLPN (LPN) public registries. Only nurses with an “Active” licence status can accept shifts on our platform.
Liability Insurance Vault
Mandatory upload of insurance certificates. RNs/NPs upload their CNPS (Canadian Nurses Protective Society) protection. LPNs upload their Lloyd Sadd / Navacord liability insurance — required by the ANBLPN.
As a facility, you can rest assured every nurse is covered — and know exactly by whom — before a shift begins.
Safe Staffing Ratio Alerts
By working with Medloc, you join our Safe Staffing Ratio Alerts system. We use preset benchmarks — for example, 1:4 nurse-to-patient for a Med/Surg unit.
If a facility posts a shift that exceeds this ratio, the app flags it as
High Acuity
to transparently inform the nurse of the workload. You can still post the job, but the nurse makes a well-informed decision to accept it.Government Rate Tracker
Anti-Privatization Compliance: Our built-in “Government Rate Tracker” ensures your total bill rate (nurse wage + Medloc fee) never exceeds 10% above the base unionized wage step.
This keeps Medloc aligned with the government's goals under the Act Respecting Travel Nurses — ensuring no exploitative pricing and full audit transparency.
Scope of Practice Filters
Our shift matching logic prevents LPNs from accepting RN-only specialized shifts (e.g., specific ICU roles) without verified competencies. This ensures patient safety and regulatory compliance while giving facilities confidence that every nurse accepting a shift is qualified for that exact role.
How It Works for Facilities
From registration to shift completion — staffing has never been this simple.
1. Register Your Facility
Sign up in minutes. Add your facility details, departments, staffing ratios, and workplace amenities.
2. Complete Your Profile
Fill out your Safe Staffing Scorecard — acuity levels, EHR system, break coverage, and more. Full transparency builds trust.
3. Post a Shift
Specify the department, role (RN/LPN/PSW), shift time, and any special requirements. It takes under 60 seconds.
4. Get Matched
Our AI instantly matches your request with qualified, available nurses based on skills, proximity, and preferences.
5. Confirm & Track
Receive instant confirmation when a nurse accepts. Track arrivals, clock-in/out, and shift completion in real-time.
6. Automated Billing
Shifts are documented automatically. Receive clear invoices with no surprises — nurses get paid within 24 hours.
Built for Healthcare Leaders
Every feature is designed to help you staff safely, reduce costs, and attract the best nurses in your region.
Access Verified Nurses Instantly
Browse a roster of pre-screened, credentialed RNs, LPNs, and PSWs ready to fill your shifts — day or night.
24/7 Shift Posting
Post shift requests any time — even at 2 AM. Our platform matches you with available nurses around the clock.
Short Shifts & Split Coverage
Need coverage for just 2–4 hours during a peak period? Post micro-shifts and let two nurses share a longer block.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. See clear, competitive rates upfront and only pay for the hours worked.
Safe Staffing Scorecard
Our platform calculates your facility's Safe Staffing Score and shows you exactly how many nurses you need to pass.
Compliance & Documentation
All nurse credentials, certifications, and insurance are verified before they appear on your dashboard.
Instant Confirmations
No more phone tag. Nurses accept shifts in-app and you get instant confirmation with their profile details.
Smart Matching
Our AI matches your facility's needs — department, acuity level, and shift type — with the best available nurses.
Staffing Analytics
Track your staffing trends, coverage gaps, and spending with real-time dashboards built for healthcare managers.
Build Your Facility Profile
Showcase your workplace culture, amenities, and support programs. Attract top nurses who want to work with you.
Nurse Retention Tools
Nurses rate their experience. High-rated facilities get priority placement — transparency benefits everyone.
Ready to modernize your staffing?
Register your facility today — it's free and takes less than 5 minutes.
Transparency First
Safe Staffing. Full Transparency.
Medloc isn't just a staffing platform — it's a transparency engine that helps facilities prove they care about safe staffing.
Safe Staffing Scorecard
Your facility gets an A–F grade based on nurse-to-patient ratios, acuity, break coverage, and support staff. Nurses see this before accepting shifts.
MedLoc Nurse Gap Calculator
See exactly how many nurses you need to request through Medloc to reach a passing staffing grade — in real time.
Attract Better Talent
Facilities with strong profiles — amenities, mentorship programs, and high safety scores — get matched with top nurses first.
Accountability
Post-Shift Verification
After every completed shift, nurses verify what actually happened. This builds accountability, protects patients, and creates the most honest staffing platform in Canada.
How It Works
Nurses complete a verification form after every shift. Your facility will be rated once 20 shifts have been completed — giving you time to view feedback and adjust.
1
Nurse Completes Shift
The nurse finishes their scheduled shift at your facility.
2
Verification Submitted
Nurse fills out a detailed Post-Shift Verification form based on what they actually witnessed and experienced.
3
Grade Calculated
After 20 verified shifts, your facility receives a public MedLoc Facility Scorecard grade (A–F).
Shift Details Collected
Nurses identify the exact shift they worked so reviews are tied to specific units and times.
Facility Name
Unit / Department
Date Worked
Shift Type (Day, Evening, Night, Custom)
Hours Worked
Actual Nurse-to-Patient Ratio (e.g. 1:6, 1:8)
Actual Acuity Level (1–5)
Break Relief (Yes — Dedicated / No)
Support Staff Present (Unit Clerk, PSW/CNA, Respiratory Tech, IV Team, Transport, Pharmacist, Social Worker)
9 Rating Categories (1–5 Stars)
Nurses rate each category based on what they actually experienced — not what was promised. All 9 are required.
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio Accuracy
Was the posted ratio accurate? Were you responsible for more patients than advertised?
Break Relief
Was dedicated break relief provided? Could you actually take your legally mandated breaks?
Patient Acuity Accuracy
Were patients sicker or more complex than the facility stated?
Support Staff Present
Were the promised support staff (PSWs, clerks, techs) actually present and available?
Safety & Security
Was security accessible? Any violence, threats, or unsafe conditions?
Equipment & Supplies
Were necessary supplies and working equipment available? Gloves, IV pumps, monitors, medications?
Orientation & Onboarding
Were you properly oriented? Access to EHR, codes, protocols, fire exits?
Management Responsiveness
When issues arose, did management respond promptly and supportively?
Overall Posting Accuracy
Was the shift posting honest and accurate compared to what you experienced?
Safety & Environment
Nurses verify safety conditions reported during the shift.
Were there any violence or threats?
Was equipment adequate and working?
Did you have EHR access from the start?
Were you properly oriented?
Would you return to this facility?
Additional Comments
Optional but valuable. Nurse feedback helps every nurse on the platform.
What Went Well?
"Supportive charge nurse, well-stocked unit, great team..."
Concerns or Issues
"Ratio was higher than posted, no break relief on nights..."
Safety Incidents
"Describe any safety-related incidents, near-misses, or dangerous conditions..."
Safety incidents are flagged for immediate MedLoc review.
Transparency
MedLoc Facility Scorecard
Every facility on MedLoc earns a grade from A to F based on verified post-shift nurse reviews. Higher grades attract more nurses, faster fills, and lower turnover.
The Grading Scale
Grades are calculated from verified nurse reviews submitted after every shift worked at your facility.
A
Excellent
Top-tier. Nurses actively seek your shifts. Fastest fill times.
Priority placement in nurse feeds
B
Good
Strong reputation. Minor issues only. Nurses trust your postings.
Featured in weekly highlights
C
Acceptable
Average. Some verified concerns. Room for improvement.
Standard visibility
D
Below Average
Frequent nurse complaints. Postings don't match reality.
Reduced visibility + improvement plan
E
Poor
Serious concerns. Nurses filtering you out. Hard to fill shifts.
Warning badge on listings
F
Failing
Critical. Verified unsafe conditions. Under MedLoc review.
Listings suspended pending review
What Nurses Score
After every shift, nurses complete a Post-Shift Verification form rating these categories.
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio Accuracy
Break Relief Availability
Patient Acuity Honesty
Support Staff Present
Safety & Security
Equipment & Supplies
Orientation & Onboarding
Management Responsiveness
Overall Posting Accuracy
Why Your Grade Matters
Higher grades directly impact your ability to fill shifts and retain nurses.
Faster Fill Times
Grade A facilities fill shifts 3x faster because nurses trust and seek them out.
Grade A Filter
Nurses can filter offers to show only Grade A shifts. Low-grade facilities are invisible to top nurses.
Lower Turnover
Honest postings = happy nurses = return bookings. Your scorecard builds a verified track record.
Platform Priority
Grade A and B facilities get priority placement in nurse dashboards and broadcast notifications.
MedLoc Partnership
Consistently high-graded facilities are eligible for MedLoc preferred partner status and promotional features.
Real Example: Same Hospital, Different Shifts
Grades are shift-specific. A hospital can score well on Day Shifts but poorly on Night Shifts.
A
City General — Day Shift
82 verified reviews
Break Relief
Dedicated
Acuity
2.1 / 5
Ratio
1:4
Support
2 PSWs
F
City General — Night Shift (ICU)
47 verified reviews
Break Relief
None
Acuity
4.5 / 5
Ratio
1:8
Support
No PSW
Why Join Medloc
10 Reasons to Switch Today
Save 76% vs. Agency Costs
At $72.80/hr vs. $300/hr, you save $227.20 every single hour, every single nurse.
100% Fee Transparency
See the exact breakdown: Nurse Wage + 12% App Fee = Total. No hidden surcharges, ever.
Government-Aligned Pricing
Our 9–12% model directly supports the Act Respecting Travel Nurses and keeps taxpayer dollars in the public system.
Only Active-Licence Nurses
Real-time licence verification against NANB and ANBLPN registries. Expired or suspended? They can't accept shifts.
Insurance Verified Before Every Shift
CNPS for RNs/NPs, Lloyd Sadd/Navacord for LPNs — proof of coverage in the Insurance Vault before shift begins.
VSC & CPR Expiry Tracking
Never worry about expired police checks or CPR certs. Our system alerts nurses 30 days before expiry.
Safe Staffing Alerts
Shifts exceeding 1:4 ratios are flagged. Full transparency — nurses decide with full knowledge of workload.
Scope of Practice Protection
LPNs can't accidentally accept RN-only specialized roles. Smart matching protects patients and nurses.
Local-First, Community-Invested
Prioritize New Brunswick nurses who live in your community — no more revolving door of out-of-province travelers.
Real-Time Audit Trail
Every shift cost is tracked and exportable. Ready for government audits, board reviews, or budget presentations.
New Feature
Introducing the “Acuity & Support” Section
When your facility creates a job posting or shift request, this section tells the nurse how hard the work actually is — regardless of the patient count. Full transparency means better matches, fewer no-shows, and safer care.
1. Acuity & Workload
How demanding is this shift, really?
Average Patient Acuity (1–5)
1Stable / Discharge
2Routine / Low Complexity
3Moderate / Multi-System
4High Acuity / Unstable
5Critical / Total Care
Ancillary Staffing (Multi-select)
Unit ClerkCNA/PSWRespiratory TechIV TeamTransport Team
Which support staff will be present on this shift?
Break Coverage Model
Gold StandardDedicated Break Nurse
Common"Buddy" System (Doubled Ratios)
CautionNo Guaranteed Break
2. Operational & Technology
Is the nurse equipped to succeed?
EHR System
EpicCernerMeditechOracle HealthPaper-based
Nurses know which charting system to expect before Day 1.
Lift Equipment Availability
“Are ceiling lifts or mechanical floor lifts available and functional in every room?”
✓ Yes — All rooms✕ No / Partial
Uniform / Scrub Code
“Navy Blue for RNs, Royal Blue for RPNs.”
3. Safety & Transparency Metrics
Powers the “Facility Safety Score”
Ratio Variance Frequency
“How often does the actual ratio exceed the posted target?”
NeverRarelyFrequentlyDaily
Security Presence
24/7 On-Unit
Facility-Wide Only
No On-Site Security
Mandatory Overtime Policy
“Does this facility practice mandatory ‘stay-overs’ (freezing staff)?”
No mandatory OTMay be required
4. Logistics — The “Walking In” Info
Everything a nurse needs before arriving
Parking Instructions
“Free staff lot at Gate 4; must buzz in with Medloc ID.”
Report Process
“Go to Charge Nurse desk on 4-West for bedside handover.”
⏰ Arrival & Pay Policy
Nurses are asked to arrive 15 minutes before shift start for handover. Medloc does not require unpaid early arrival — your shift pay begins at the posted start time. This 15-minute buffer is a recommendation, not a deduction.
These fields appear when you create a shift posting.
Nurses see this information before accepting any shift. Facilities that complete the Acuity & Support section get higher visibility and better nurse match rates.
Home Care
Need Help at Home?
Medloc connects families with verified PSWs, LPNs, RNs, and Nurse Practitioners for in-home care — at transparent, fair rates.
Home Care Cost Calculator
Select a care provider type, shift, and hours to see your estimated cost.
1 hour24 hours
PSW — Day Shift — Cost Breakdown
Nurse Receives
$25.00/hr
($22 + $3 Medloc bonus)
Medloc Fee (12%)
$3.00/hr
Your Total Hourly
$28.00/hr
Daily Cost (8.0h)
$224.00
HST 15%
$33.60/day
Daily Total (tax incl.)
$257.60
Weekly Estimate (7 days, tax incl.)
$1803.20
Monthly Estimate (30 days, tax incl.)
$7728.00
* Rates are competitive wages with a Medloc bonus of $3/hr. HST 15% applied for NB. No hidden fees. No agency markups.
Contracts
Tailored Care Contracts
Whether you need care for a loved one at home or staffing for your facility, every Medloc engagement is backed by a clear, transparent contract — no surprises.
At-Home Care Contract
For families & individuals
Matched with a credential-verified nurse or PSW
Flexible scheduling — daily, weekly, or live-in
Transparent pricing with no hidden agency fees
Background-checked & insured care providers
Care plan documented & shared with family
Continuity of care — same nurse whenever possible
Request Home Care Facility Staffing Contract
For hospitals, LTC & clinics
On-demand access to verified RNs, LPNs & PSWs
24/7 shift posting with real-time matching
12% transparent fee — no $300/hr agency bills
Compliant with An Act Respecting Travel Nurses
Full audit trail for government & board reporting
Safe staffing ratios built into every shift
Register Facility All contracts include: WSIB/WorkSafe coverage verification, professional liability insurance confirmation, criminal background check, and a 48-hour satisfaction guarantee. Contracts can be paused or cancelled with 24 hours notice.
Schedule
Book a Meeting
Have questions? Want a demo? Schedule a free consultation with our team — available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Available Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Atlantic Time. We typically respond within one business day.
In The News
The Agency Crisis — By the Numbers
The evidence is clear: private nursing agencies are costing the healthcare system billions. Here are the articles and sources that inform our mission.
N.B. spent $66.8M on travel nurses in one year, documents show
CBC News New Brunswick•May 2023
Documents reveal the scale of New Brunswick's spending on travel nursing agencies, with single agency bill rates reaching $306.70/hour.
Travel nurse agencies charging up to $306 an hour in N.B.
CBC News•April 2023
Investigation into the gap between what agencies charge the province and what travel nurses actually receive in pay.
Canada's nursing crisis: Provinces spending billions on agency staff
The Globe and Mail•2023
National overview of how provinces across Canada are diverting billions from the public system to private staffing agencies. (Subscription may be required)
Ontario hospitals spent $1.5B on agency nurses in 2022–2023
Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA)•2023
ONA data reveals Ontario's $1.5 billion spend on agency nurses, with agencies charging 2–3x what nurses are paid.
An Act Respecting Travel Nurses — Bill No. 7 (Royal Assent)
New Brunswick Legislative Assembly•June 6, 2025
Bill No. 7, 61st Legislature. Legislation to regulate and reduce dependence on private travel nursing agencies in New Brunswick. Received Royal Assent on June 6, 2025.
Part III Nurses Ratify New Agreement with Retention Payments
New Brunswick Nurses Union (NBNU)•September 2025
NBNU Part III nurses ratify collective agreement including $5,000 and $10,000 retention payments to keep local nurses in the system.
N.B. travel nurse costs hit $108M in 2024–25, budget under pressure
CTV News Atlantic•March 2025
New Brunswick spending approximately $108 million on private travel agency nurses in 2024–25. Horizon Health alone spent over $53M the prior year. The 2025–26 budget contains no new funding for travel nurses as legislation moves to phase them out.
Sources verified as of April 7, 2026. Some articles may require a subscription. CBC and Globe and Mail articles may be behind a paywall.
The Staffing Challenge Is Real
Healthcare facilities are struggling. Medloc is here to change that.
60%
of facilities report chronic understaffing
24hrs
average time to fill a shift on Medloc
$0
upfront cost to register your facility
100%
credential-verified nurse roster
A New Brunswick Solution
The Future of Healthcare Staffing Is Here
In light of the recent passage of An Act Respecting Travel Nurses and the provincial mandate to end high-cost private agency contracts, Medloc presents a New Brunswick-made digital solution.
Unlike traditional agencies that have billed the province up to $300/hour, our platform operates on a transparent 9–12% service fee model. By matching local New Brunswick nurses directly with unfilled shifts in our hospitals and care homes, we can:
- Reduce Costs — Eliminate the 300–600% markups charged by out-of-province agencies.
- Ensure Stability — Prioritize local nurses who are already invested in our communities, reducing the churn of “travelers.”
- Audit Transparency — Provide real-time data on shift costs, ensuring they stay within 10% of unionized public sector wage steps.
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