Why pursue a career in aesthetic nursing?
The appeal of aesthetic nursing: work-life balance, financial rewards, and personalised care
Flexibility and work-life balanceOne of the most appealing aspects of a career in aesthetics is the flexibility it offers. In October 2023, The Guardian reported that a rising number of NHS medics were training in cosmetic procedures, drawn largely by flexibility and the chance to have more autonomy over working hours and conditions. However, you don’t have to leave the NHS to start a career in aesthetics. Many nurses choose to work part time in aesthetics while maintaining their NHS roles or other healthcare commitments. This allows for a better work-life balance, with the freedom to decide when and where you work. You can read our guide to the Pros of leaving the NHS for aesthetics here.
Growing demand and financial rewardsThe aesthetics sector is expanding rapidly driven by an increasing demand for minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. This growth translates to higher earning potential for nurses entering the field, as treatments like dermal fillers and botulinum toxin are consistently sought after by clients. It is also an exciting sector to work in due to emerging trends and technologies that offer new opportunities for nurses.
Personalised patient careIn aesthetics, nurses can build long term relationships with clients, providing personalised treatments and achieving visible, confidence boosting results. This focus on patient satisfaction can be a refreshing change from the time constraints often experienced in traditional nursing roles.
Frances Turner Traill, Founder of FTT Skin Clinics, Glasgow and Inverness, comments, “What excites me for the future is aesthetics nursing is levelling up to fold in regenerative medicine now, which fits in beautifully with the core principles of nursing, that is, treating patients holistically resulting in beautiful, natural, long lasting results.”
