Do you feel burnt out from your nursing work? Get started in the exciting field of medical aesthetics!
Case managers, hospice workers, intensive care unit nurses, and home health aides are particularly vulnerable to burnout. As a way out of the pressures of traditional nursing, many RNs are moving into the field of medical aesthetics. Former registered nurses who have chosen to work in the field of medical aesthetics report high levels of job satisfaction due to the combination of a low-stress workplace, competitive salary, and accommodating scheduling.
Nurse Journal predicts a prosperous future for the field of medical aesthetic nursing. “Between 2012 and 2022, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 19% increase in the demand for registered nurses. A further factor is the rising popularity of elective cosmetic surgery. Clearly, there is a rising need for nurses with expertise in plastic surgery if this trend continues.