Look up “orthopedic tech” classes in your area. They’re usually a weekend or 2 day class where they teach you all the basics of casting, splinting, and cutting them off.
Study and be ready . Fill up an application form to take the board exam test for certification in Sacramento .
For most certification in nursing, you have to be a License practicing RN for a minimum of two years. Then you would take the certified orthopedic nurse exam. You can look online for the application process for the exam and testing sites near you. Good luck!
https://www.oncb.org will give you information. This book title-- Orthopaedic Nurse Certification Review
by Karen Myrick DNP APRN FNP ONP FAAN should help you too. Good Luck!
Once you have 2 years of experience working in orthopedics, you can take the certification exam. There are study resources available through oncb.org and orthonurse.org
