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    Pain management nurse

    A pain management nurse takes care of patients who are experiencing or are debilitated by chronic pain.
    Required education
    ADN or BSN
    Average annual salary
    $60,000
    Payscale.com (Jan. 2026)
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    Managerial
    Oversee other nurses and help improve healthcare for all.
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    Varied
    Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
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    Patient-facing
    Work hands-on, directly with patients.
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    Structured
    Follow a routine that allows you to anticipate and prepare for every situation.

    What is the role of a pain management nurse?

    Your exceptional assessment skills and patience will help you find a pain management solution to help relieve patients’ symptoms.

    What you’ll do as a pain management nurse

    Assistance

    You’ll help doctors with pain management techniques.

    Documentation

    You’ll collect samples and keep a record of medical histories and symptoms.

    Education

    You’ll teach patients how to relieve pain in ways other than medication.

    Treatment

    You’ll administer intravenous, intramuscular or intrathecal medication.
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    Where you’ll work as a pain management nurse

    Pain management nurses work in a variety of settings, including:
    • Doctors’ offices
    • Hospitals
    • Nursing homes
    • Outpatient care centers
    • Rehabilitation centers’ offices

    How to become a pain management nurse

    Get an Associate’s Degrees in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

    When considering a future nursing career, it’s important to explore the different nursing programs available and the paths they offer. With various options like associate degree programs, bachelor’s degree programs, and direct-entry master’s degree programs, prospective students can choose the educational path that best suits their goals and interests.

    Pass the NCLEX-RN and work as a Registered Nurse for two years.

    The National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) is the all-important step between graduating from nursing school and becoming a nurse. It’s a standardized test, set by the Board of Nursing in each state, that makes sure you have the knowledge and skills you need to work in the field of nursing.

    Practice in a pain management role for 2,000 hours over three years.

    Get Certified in Pain Management through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

    You’re ready to work as a pain management nurse!

    Pain management nurse career resources

    Become a member of a pain management nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
    American Society for Pain Management Nursing

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