The role of the orthopaedic nurse is to advance musculoskeletal health
care by promoting excellence in orthopaedic research, education, and
nursing practice. You will find orthopaedic nurses in a variety of
organizations as:
Orthopaedic nurses are professional nurses who have successfully passed
their Boards for RN or LPN/LVN. Many orthopaedic nurses go on to
complete graduate degrees, including master’s and doctorates. The
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses has a certification exam that
many nurses take. This credential indicates proficiency within the
specialty and is the only credential that documents expertise in the
practice of orthopaedic nursing.
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses 401 N. Michigan Avenue Suite
2200 Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: 800-289-6266 Fax: 312-527-6658
email: naon@smithbucklin.com Website:
www.orthonurse.org
