From ICU to Esthetics: Rachel's Journey Through COVID, Critical Care & Building a Med Spa

What does it take to leave a career in critical care and build a successful aesthetics business from the ground up? In this episode of Aesthetician Edit, Samantha sits down with Rachel, a registered nurse, military service member, and founder of Nova Health Spa, to discuss her incredible journey from working in cardiac, trauma, and neurological intensive care to becoming a leader in the aesthetics and wellness industry. Rachel opens up about serving on the front lines during COVID-19 in New York, the emotional impact of years in critical care, and how she eventually found her purpose helping clients through preventative wellness and aesthetic medicine. Whether you're a nurse considering aesthetics, an esthetician looking to grow your business, or simply love hearing inspiring career stories, this conversation is packed with valuable insights. In this episode, we discuss: ✨ Working on the front lines during COVID-19 ✨ Transitioning from critical care nursing into aesthetics ✨ The realities of opening a med spa from scratch ✨ Building a clientele in a brand-new city ✨ Marketing strategies that actually worked ✨ Why listening is the most underrated skill in aesthetics ✨ The biggest mistakes new med spa owners make ✨ Morpheus8, IV therapy, laser hair removal & favorite treatments ✨ Balancing wellness, business, and mental health ✨ Why patient safety should always come first If you're enjoying the podcast, don't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more conversations with leading estheticians, nurses, educators, and industry experts. #AestheticianEdit #MedicalAesthetics #MedSpa #NurseLife #AestheticNurse #Esthetician #IVTherapy