An aesthetic or cosmetic nurse assists in and performs different non-surgical procedures and treatments to assist patients who are looking to enhance their appearance.
The role is quite similar to a plastic surgery nurse, but the focus is more on in-office and non-invasive cosmetic treatments, and not surgical procedures.
Some of these procedures that a cosmetic nurse performs are laser removal, chemical peels, and dermal fillers and injectables.
If you’re looking to get certified as an injectable nurse, take a look at our injection certification courses and keep reading to learn more about what steps are needed.
An injectable, cosmetic, or aesthetic nurse has several duties and roles. They usually work under a physician and are responsible for the following tasks:
Cosmetic nurses are, first and foremost, registered nurses. That means they have to complete all the educational requirements for registered nurses before they can legally practice.
In particular, they need to complete the following:
Although it’s not required, most cosmetic nurses choose to earn certifications and credentials.
They may choose to specialize in a certain area, such as dermatology, Botox, or fillers.
Here are some examples of the common certifications:
As mentioned above, these certifications are not required for an RN to administer cosmetic treatments, but most organizations and practices will require them for their staff members.
We make it convenient for busy medical professionals to upgrade their credentials online or in person.
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