About

The Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses (SOHN) was chartered with 47 nurses in 1976 and has grown to a membership of over 500 nurses. The membership consists of Registered Nurses (RNs), Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) and RN Students.  SOHN is dynamic organization that is responsive to the needs of the membership. As the only society for ENT Nurses and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, SOHN fosters the professional growth of the ORL nurse through education, research, and networking opportunities. In fact, our organization is made is up of over 40% APRNs who regularly present at our educational events.   

Also recognized as an accredited provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Commission on Accreditation, SOHN provides many easily accessible opportunities for professional interaction, education, and growth on a regular basis.  

Vision Statement

The Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses, Inc., will advance the professional growth and development of nurses dedicated to the specialty of otorhinolaryngology and head-neck nursing.

Mission Statement

The Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head-Neck Nurses, Inc., will promote innovation in practice, education, research, and health policy, sustaining a dynamic organization responsive to the needs of its members.

2021–2025 Strategic Plan

In the winter months of 2021, the SOHN Board underwent an intensive analysis of SOHN assessing the strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) to the society internally and externally. From this analysis, the board created the 2021-2025 SOHN Strategic plan aligning on 3 pillars, Organizational Growth, Embrace Diversity, and Financial Stability. This five-year strategic plan is below and a detailed operational and action plan is available to members upon request.