About the role
Pain management nurses are specialized in the nursing and treatment of patients with chronic and acute pain conditions. They often have a nursing degree complemented with further education in pain management. Their expertise is crucial for improving patients' quality of life through effective pain relief.Responsibilities
Pain management nurses assess patients' pain levels, develop pain treatment plans, and monitor patients' responses to the treatment. They collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals to tailor pain treatments. Education and support for patients and their families are also an important part of their work.Skills and tools
Pain management nurses must have a strong knowledge of pharmacology, especially in analgesics. They use various pain assessment tools and pain relief techniques, such as TENS or epidural analgesia. Empathy, communication skills, and the ability to work interprofessionally are key skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are smärtbehandling, omvårdnad and rehabilitering.