About Ear Nurse Specialists

Way back in the 1960's chronic suppurative Otitis media (CSOM) was causing a large problem in communities especially in the isolated rural areas. Dishcarging ears were common and were often accepted as normal.  With vision and foresight, Sir Patrick Eisdell-Moore instigated the concept of the Mobile Ear Clinic, to help these children.  Nurses were specially trained to operate this service.   There are at present, over 50 nurses employed in the Ear Nurse  role, with many attaining the "Specialist Nurse" level. The role has grown over the years and so too has the knowledge and skill. There are many ENS's working in the Outpatient setting, and some in General Practice.

Special attributes of an Ear Nurse include:

• in-depth knowledge of ear anatomy
• diagnostic and treatment ability
• referral to specialist services
• support for families
• an understanding of conductive and sensori-neural hearing loss
• competency in otoscopy, microscopy, instrument use and aural toilet techniques
• empathy with different cultures
• enthusiasm, motivation, the ability to work well with other health professionals and to relate well to children and their families
• ability to work autonomously

Links to other services are closely maintained within multi-diciplinary health teams, who within their own disciplines are involved in community education, therefore ensuring continuity of health "messages"

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Please contact the secretary if you wish to contact any of the nurses

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