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ONCB - Orthopaedic Nurses Certification Board

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ONCB provides certifications that promote professional development and enhance the practice of orthopaedic nursing.

10/22/2026

Your patients trust you with the surgery. Who do they trust with everything else?

More than 78% of certified orthopaedic nurses say certification increases patient confidence in their care. Research also shows that hospitals with more certified nurses have fewer infections, fewer falls, and lower failure-to-rescue rates. That's the kind of team that protects your outcomes long after the last suture.

Quick ask: this week, find out who on your ASC team is ONC® certified and thank them. Know a nurse who's ready to certify? Nudge them to go for it.

Learn more: https://www.oncb.org/2026-oncb-white-paper/

Learn how you can transform your ortho care team through ortho nurse certification by the only body that certifies orthopaedic nurses: https://www.oncb.org/certifications/

10/20/2026

You start to ask about the neurovascular check. It's already done.

That's what it's like working with a nurse who speaks fluent ortho. In a busy ASC with quick turnovers and a packed schedule, a nurse who knows the terms and sees your next move coming keeps the whole day on track.

More than 91% of ONCB-certified nurses say certification earns them recognition from other healthcare professionals. Certification is also linked to better nurse-physician communication. Fewer explanations. Faster decisions. Better OR days.

Download the free 2026 ONCB white paper: https://www.oncb.org/2026-oncb-white-paper/

Learn how you can transform your ortho care team through ortho nurse certification by the only body that certifies orthopaedic nurses: https://www.oncb.org/certifications/

10/18/2026

Want to grow your certified ortho team this year? 🦴

The Retest for Success program allows your facility to sponsor nurses going for their first ONC® or ONP-C® credential at no cost to your facility .

Here's what your team gets:
✅ A free 50-question practice exam to warm up
✅ A second attempt included at no extra cost, if they need it
✅ A unique facility code that makes applying simple

That means your nurses can test with confidence, and your budget stays protected. It's a small step that shows your team you're invested in their growth.

All it takes is 3 or more RNs or NPs pursuing initial certification. Email [email protected] to get started.

👉 Learn more: https://www.oncb.org/retestforsuccess/

10/15/2026

New knee at 8 a.m. Home by dinner.

Same-day joint replacement is a win for everyone. But without an overnight stay, there's no second chance to catch what slipped through. The nurse who preps your patient, teaches the post-op plan, and spots early warning signs has one shot to get it right.

86% of ONCB-certified nurses say certification boosts their clinical confidence. That's the confidence you want in the room before your patient heads out the door.

See what the research says in the free 2026 ONCB white paper: https://www.oncb.org/2026-oncb-white-paper/

Learn how you can transform your ortho care team through ortho nurse certification by the only body that certifies orthopaedic nurses: https://www.oncb.org/certifications/

10/05/2026

Jessica's manager got her ONC orthopaedic nursing certification first. Then she helped the rest of her unit do the same. The payoffs were a PRISM Award, a recognition award from the Academy of Medical Surgical Nursing, as well as the advanced certification from the Joint Commission for their hip and knee replacement program , and a team that owns its practice.

Lead the way for your team. Bulk exam vouchers make it simple: https://www.oncb.org/oncb-voucher-program/

09/30/2026

You rely on your nurses’ judgment every day. Give them support to keep growing.
In a busy orthopaedic ASC, your team prepares patients for surgery, responds to changing needs, and helps families understand what comes next.

ONCB certification validates specialized orthopaedic knowledge. In ONCB’s 2025 survey, 79% of responding certified nurses agreed that certification indicates a level of clinical competence.

Additionally, several studies have shown a positive relationship between nurse satisfaction and certification and improved quality outcomes. Hospital units with higher proportions of certified nurses demonstrated lower rates of healthcare associated infections and fall rates (Coelho, 2020).

Make certification part of your team’s development plan. Start a conversation about exam funding, study resources, and time to prepare.

Read about our voucher program to certify multiple nurses on your team.

https://www.oncb.org/oncb-voucher-program/

09/28/2026

What if a scholarship could make your next professional milestone a little easier to reach?

Whether you’re ready to earn your first orthopaedic nursing certification or maintain the credential you’ve worked hard to achieve, ONCB offers scholarship opportunities that can help.

Scholarships are available for:
• First-time ONC® and ONP-C® exam candidates
• ONC® and ONP-C® recertification
• Exam-preparation resources
• Experienced certificants pursuing continued recertification

through the Dottie Roberts Excellence in Certification Scholarship

If certification or recertification is one of your professional goals, take a few minutes to see whether you qualify.

Don’t leave an opportunity on the table simply because you didn’t apply.

📅 Apply by October 1.
https://www.oncb.org/certifications/onc-certification/scholarships-and-awards/

09/24/2026

Your patients go home the same day. Your expertise goes with them.

In an ambulatory surgery center, the education and guidance you provide help patients prepare for recovery at home. Your orthopaedic knowledge matters in every conversation.

In ONCB’s 2025 survey, 86% of responding orthopaedic-certified nurses agreed that certification enhances confidence in their clinical abilities.

You’ve built experience caring for orthopaedic patients. Take the next step toward recognizing that expertise.

Explore ONCB certification and review the eligibility requirements: https://www.oncb.org/certifications/

09/23/2026

Those letters after your name? You earned every single one.

You studied. You practiced. You passed. Your ONC, ONP-C, OCNS-C, or ONC-A says you know orthopaedic care inside and out. If your certification has lapsed, it does not have to stay that way.

Recertify by September 30 and hold on to the credential you worked so hard for. Your patients, your peers, and future-you will be glad you did.

Start at https://www.oncb.org/recertification/

09/21/2026

🚨 Thinking about becoming ONC® or ONP-C® certified? Here’s your sign to stop thinking and start applying.
ONCB and NAON are offering Examination Preparation Products Scholarships to help eligible nurses get ready for certification without shouldering the cost of study resources alone.

Recipients can receive valuable exam-prep resources, including practice exams and leading orthopaedic nursing study materials.

📅 Apply by October 1.

You’ve already built the knowledge through your practice. This scholarship can help you take the next step toward putting a nationally recognized credential behind it.

Learn more and apply:
https://www.oncb.org/certifications/onc-certification/scholarships-and-awards/

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Chicago, IL
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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.oncb.org/

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