NZONA is an organisation of concerned nurses and other health professionals who are involved in the field of orthopaedics.

Philosophy

The New Zealand Orthopaedic Nurses' Association (NZONA) believes that nurses who provide care to individuals with neuromuscular and skeletal disorders require a specific body of knowledge to deliver the highest standard of care, within the unique cultural context of NZ society. 

We believe that this knowledge is acquired, maintained and advanced through basic knowledge, continuing education, standardisation of processes, sharing of information, practice and research.

Objectives

1. To advance the professional profile of
   Orthopaedic Nursing.

2. To facilitate the sharing of knowledge and
   support for nurses in the care of orthopaedic patients.

3. To establish identification as a unique group with a specific body of knowledge.

4. To promote the highest standard of practice in orthopaedic nursing.

5. To foster professional growth of the membership in the practice of orthopaedic nursing.

6. To communicate openly and effectively within the Association and with other individuals and groups.

7. To promote nursing research related to orthopaedics.

8. To promote the active involvement of the membership in health promotion and disease prevention activities as appropriate to orthopaedic nursing.

9. To be recognised nationally and internationally.

10. To have a voice in the political arena.