Orthopedics Nursing Career Resources

Orthopedics is a branch of surgery concerned with the skeletal and joint systems. Orthopedics is involved in the diagnosis and treatment (often surgical) of conditions affecting the bone or joint structure, including tendons and ligaments.
An orthopedics nurse assesses patient health problems, develops and implements nursing care plans, and maintains medical records. An orthopedics nurse typically administers care to patients in an OR, ER or Med/Surg environment.

Orthopedics nursing is practiced by nurses who have formal, post-secondary education and who function in highly autonomous and specialized roles.