Name: Otorhinolaryngology Nurse Description: Cares for patients with diverse medical and surgical problems relating to disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and other structures of the head, and neck Diagnoses: Cleft palate, ear and sinus disorders, allergy, plastic and reconstructive surgery, head and neck cancer Practice roles: Staff nurse, clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, nurse manager, supervisor, coordinator, director, executive, nurse educator, research nurse Characteristics: Teaching, long-term patient relationships, variety of patients and duties, teamwork Client age group: All ages Drawbacks: Patient grief, difficult patient contacts Desirable skills: Teaching, communication skills (especially sign language), sensitivity to patient self-image Education: RN with diploma, AD, or BSN Employers: Hospital operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, office practices, clinics, schools, hospice and home care agencies Associations: Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head/Neck Nurses (offers certification) 116 Canal St., #A New Smyrna Beach, Fl 32168 904-428-1695 Publications: ORL-Head and Neck Nursing Newsletter   Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses Update 904-428-1695