Otorhinolaryngology Nurse

Otorhinolaryngology or an Ear, Nose, and Throat Nurse cares for patients with injuries or diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.

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Education requirements

ADN or BSN

Attributes

Patient-facing

Work hands-on, directly with patients.

Varied

Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.

You’ll treat patients with a wide range of conditions, from allergies, sleep apnea and sinusitis to ear infections, laryngitis, tonsillitis, and broken bones of the nose.

What you’ll do

Assistance

You’ll help doctors and take care of patients before, during and after surgery.

Documentation

You’ll collect samples and keep a record of medical histories and symptoms.

Education

You’ll teach patients how to care for their condition at home.

Examination

You’ll assist and carry out examinations of the ear, nose, throat, head and neck.

Treatment

You’ll administer medication and monitor vital signs.

Where you’ll work

Allergy clinics
Community clinics
Hospitals
Assisted living centers
Otorhinolaryngology offices
Plastic surgery practices

How to become an Otorhinolaryngology Nurse

01

Get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

02

Pass the NCLEX-RN .

03

Work as a Registered Nurse.

Gain three years’ experience in Otorhinolaryngology.

04

Pass your Otorhinolaryngology Nursing Certification Exam through the Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head/Neck Nurses

05

You’re ready to work as an Otorhinolaryngology Nurse.

Join an Organization

Become a member of an Otorhinolaryngology Nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.

Related Organizations

Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses

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