Discover the Real Impact of ONCB Certification
Every day, orthopaedic care grows more complex—and the need for confident, well-prepared clinicians grows with it. Our newest white paper reveals what more than 300 orthopaedic-certified nurses, nurse managers, and healthcare leaders had to say about the true value of ONCB certification—and the results are compelling.
Certified nurses reported dramatic gains in clinical confidence, credibility, and professional growth, while managers confirmed certification strengthens team culture, supports safer care, and improves hiring decisions.
For Nurses: Feel the Difference Confidence Makes
The data shows that certification doesn’t just validate what you know—it transforms how you show up. Over 96% of nurses said certification enhanced their sense of personal accomplishment, and 86% reported greater confidence in their clinical abilities.
If you’re ready to feel more secure in your decisions and more respected for your expertise, this research will inspire your next step – to celebrate your certification or get certified.
For Nurse Managers: A Stronger, More Self-Directed Team
Managers consistently shared that certified nurses bring proven competence, stronger communication, and trusted clinical judgment to the unit. In fact, 69% agreed employers tend to favor certified practitioners—and many prefer to hire certified nurses when all qualifications are equal.
If you’re building a team you can rely on, you’ll see exactly why certification matters.
For Orthopaedic Surgeons: Better Support Means Better Outcomes
Surgeons know that the quality of postoperative results depends on the strength of the entire care team. What the newest data makes clear is just how big a role certified nurses play in that success.
Hospital units with more certified nurses don’t just “feel” stronger—they perform better. Research shows these units experience lower rates of healthcare-associated infections and fewer patient falls. And when more RNs hold national specialty certifications, hospitals see meaningful drops in CLABSI rates as well.
Even more compelling: systematic reviews confirm a consistent pattern—higher certification levels are linked to fewer complications, better failure-to-rescue rates, and reduced mortality. In other words, certified nurses don’t just support your surgical plan… they help protect it.
If you’re looking for a more aligned, proactive perioperative and post-acute team, this white paper highlights exactly how certification elevates the care environment around you.
For Administrators: A Clear Investment in Quality & Retention
Health systems increasingly recognize certification as a driver of organizational performance. Research links higher proportions of certified nurses to lower infection and fall rates, reduced failure-to-rescue, and stronger patient-safety metrics.
In a tight workforce market, certification also signals commitment, reduces onboarding burden, and supports retention.
See the Story for Yourself
Get a quick, visual snapshot of the findings in our new infographic—then dive deeper into the full white paper to understand why ONCB certification continues to stand out as a badge of excellence in orthopaedic care.
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