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A nurse writer, author or historian writes and contributes to educational materials, articles, historical books, even television or movie scripts about nursing.

An obstetrics or OB/GYN Nurse cares for women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and other reproductive health issues.

An occupational health nurse is charged with protecting the safety and health of people who work in hospitals, businesses, and other organizations.

Oncology nurses specialize in caring for patients with cancer, providing treatments, monitoring symptoms, and coordinating care plans tailored to each individual. They play a critical role in both the clinical and emotional aspects of cancer care, supporting patients and their families throughout diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

An ophthalmic nurse cares for patients with eye injuries or diseases, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

An orthopedic or orthopaedic nurse takes care of people with musculoskeletal diseases and disorders, like arthritis, fractures, broken bones, joint replacements, and osteoporosis.

Otorhinolaryngology or an ear, nose, and throat nurse cares for patients with injuries or diseases of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.

A pain management nurse takes care of patients who are experiencing or are debilitated by chronic pain.

A parish or faith community nurse cares for patients within their religious community.

A patient blood management nurse is part of the multidisciplinary care team focused on preserving and optimizing patient blood health through Patient Blood Management (PBM). PBM is a patient-centered, evidence-based approach that emphasizes anemia management, prevention of blood loss and bleeding, and prioritizes patient safety and empowerment.

A pediatric endocrinology nurse works with children under the age of eighteen who have endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, hypoglycemia, and pituitary problems.

Pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) specialize in providing comprehensive healthcare to children from infancy through early adulthood, including diagnosing conditions, managing treatments, and promoting overall wellness. They serve as both primary care providers and trusted educators, building long-term relationships with patients and families to support healthy development at every stage.

A perianesthesia or recovery room nurse works with patients who are about to go into or are regaining consciousness from anesthesia or sedation.

A perinatal nurse cares for women through preconception, pregnancy, and the weeks following the birth of their baby.

A perioperative or surgical nurse cares for patients before, during, and after surgery, and other invasive procedures.

A plastic surgery nurse cares for patients who undergo cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures, such as face lifts, chemical peels, lasers, breast reconstruction, and liposuction.

A poison information specialist is a further specialized toxicology nurse, trained to help people who have accidently ingested poison or are looking for information on poison.

A psychiatric or behavioral health nurse cares for patients with psychiatric disorders such as mental illness, eating disorders, addiction, and substance abuse.