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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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Required education
ADN or BSN
Varied
Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
Patient-facing
Work hands-on, directly with patients.
What is the role of an otorhinolaryngology nurse?
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 as an otorhinolaryngology nurse
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 as an orhinolaryngology nurse
Otorhinolaryngology nurses work in a variety of settings, including:
- Allergy clinics
- Community clinics
- Hospitals
- Assisted living centers
- Otorhinolaryngology offices
- Plastic surgery practices
How to become an otorhinolaryngology nurse
Get an Associate’s Degrees in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
When considering a future nursing career, it’s important to explore the different nursing programs available and the paths they offer. With various options like associate degree programs, bachelor’s degree programs, and direct-entry master’s degree programs, prospective students can choose the educational path that best suits their goals and interests.
Pass the NCLEX-RN.
The National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) is the all-important step between graduating from nursing school and becoming a nurse. It’s a standardized test, set by the Board of Nursing in each state, that makes sure you have the knowledge and skills you need to work in the field of nursing.
Work as a Registered Nurse, gaining three years’ experience in otorhinolaryngology
Pass your otorhinolaryngology certification exam through SOHN.org.
You’re ready to work as a otorhinolaryngology nurse!
Otorhinolaryngology nurse career resources
Become a member of an otorhinolaryngology nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses
Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses
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