Tools & Resources
Position Statements
The NAON Executive Board continually creates and endorses position papers on a variety of current orthopaedic issues. All NAON Position Statements convey the Association's endorsed stance or belief about specific orthopaedic and nursing related matters and go through a development process that reflects evidence-based practice. NAON Position Statements are free to access for both members and non-members.
- Safe Patient Handling and Mobility - March 2021
- Principles of a Healthful Work Environment for Nurses Position Statement - October 2020
- Mobility Position Statement - August 2020
- All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Position Statement - February 2020
- Nurse Navigator - September 2019
- Safe Transportation of Children with Orthopaedic Conditions Position Statement - December 2019
- Orthopaedic Nurse Certification Position Statement - August 2019
- Opioid Epidemic - January 2019
- Promoting Musculoskeletal Health Through Physical Activity for All Children and Adolescents - November 2016
- Bone Health and Osteoporosis Screening - January 2014
- Preventing Infection in the Inpatient Orthopaedic Patient - September 2013
- Fall Prevention in the Acute Care Setting Position Statement - January 2012
- Elder Care Position Statement - April 2012
- Palliative Care for Patients with Musculoskeletal Conditions March 2010
- Role and Value of the Orthopaedic Nurse - December 2009
Partner and Joint Position Statements
Below are position papers created by or with NAON's partners.
