President's Message | 10.24.2025
October 2025 President's Message
Celebrating Orthopaedic Nurses Week & International Orthopaedic Nurses Day 2025
October 27-31, 2025 | International Day: October 30
This October, we proudly celebrate Orthopaedic Nurses Week and International Orthopaedic Nurses Day 2025 - a time to recognize the dedication, expertise, and compassion of orthopaedic nurses who play a critical role in improving patients' lives every day.
Why We Celebrate
- Honoring Specialized Expertise
Orthopaedic nurses are highly trained in musculoskeletal care, from managing joint replacements to treating fractures and spine conditions. Their clinical knowledge, precision, and commitment make them essential members of the healthcare team.
- Recognizing Impact on Patient Outcomes
From surgery through recovery, orthopaedic nurses support mobility, manage pain, and provide vital patient education. Their care directly enhances healing, independence, and long-term outcomes.
- Inspiring Growth and Leadership
This week also celebrates the future of the profession-encouraging growth, advocacy, and leadership among current and aspiring orthopaedic nurses.
Ways to Celebrate
Help make this week special! Here are a few ideas to recognize and appreciate our orthopaedic nursing teams:
- Staff Spotlights: Highlight individual nurses with stories and photos on your intranet or social media.
- Appreciation Events: Host a lunch, wellness break, or award ceremony to say "thank you."
- Education & Growth: Offer CE opportunities, webinars, or mentorship initiatives.
- Patient Voices: Share testimonials or invite former patients to write thank-you notes.
- Visual Displays: Decorate units with bulletin boards, posters, and themed decorations to showcase the specialty.
Thank You, Ortho Nurses!
Orthopaedic nurses are at the heart of healing. Their skill, compassion, and resilience deserve to be recognized-not just this week, but every day. Join us in celebrating their outstanding contributions throughout Orthopaedic Nurses Week 2025.
Matt Lowe MDiv, MSN, APRN FNP-C, ONC
President
National Association of Orthopaedic Nurses