Spine injuries are among the most serious injuries in traumatology, especially if they are associated with a spinal cord injury. The consequences of the injury itself for the patient and his family can be extremely difficult with many aspects of the patient's life such as medical, social, economic and psychological aspects. Patients with a spinal cord injury may require a course of treatment ranging from conservative to surgical. Nurses play a key role in providing quality healthcare during the perioperative period. With their specialized knowledge and expertise, they can help patients with spinal cord injuries receive the highest quality of care. Perioperative care has three elements, which include psychological and physical preparation of the patient for surgery, care of the patient in the operating room, medical care in the recovery room and in the patient ward. The perioperative phase ends with the patient's discharge from the hospital or transfer to a rehabilitation facility. By assessing the patient's health condition and other factors, a nursing diagnosis is formed, which is the basis of the health care plan and implemented interventions. Nurses must anticipate potential complications such as infections, bleeding, and the consequences of prolonged bed rest. It is important to cooperate with a multidisciplinary team consisting of a surgical team, a physiotherapist, an occupational therapist, a psychologist and a social worker who draw up an appropriate care plan for a patient with a spinal cord injury.