From Critical Care to Aesthetics: Meet Isabelle Snapp, RN
In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer sits down with Isabelle Snapp, aesthetic registered nurse at Luxe Lift in Danville, Illinois. Isabelle shares her journey from high-acuity critical care nursing into the world of aesthetic medicine, and how those experiences continue to shape the way she cares for patients today. This conversation highlights the power of diverse nursing backgrounds and the confidence that comes from building a strong clinical foundation.
Isabelle’s Background
Isabelle joined Luxe Lift in June 2025, bringing with her a background rooted in critical care and trauma nursing. She began her career in a level one trauma center, where fast decision-making, clinical precision, and emotional resilience were part of everyday practice. Those skills now translate into her work in aesthetics, where safety, assessment, and patient trust remain at the forefront of everything she does.
Her transition into aesthetic nursing reflects a natural evolution rather than a departure from patient care. Isabelle values helping patients feel confident and empowered, and she approaches aesthetic treatments with the same intention and responsibility she carried in critical care settings.
Balancing Aesthetics and Advanced Education
During the episode, Isabelle shares that she is currently enrolled in nurse practitioner school at the University of Southern Indiana. She is managing a full course load while continuing to work at Luxe Lift, demonstrating a deep commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning. Her academic focus includes clinical rotations in critical care, trauma, and aesthetics, allowing her to build a well-rounded skill set that supports her long-term goals.
Flex and Flop: Life as a Nurse Practitioner Student
In the Behind the Mic flex and flop segment, Isabelle talks about her first week of nurse practitioner school. While excited, she is also candid about the intensity and structure of the program. Her honesty gives listeners a realistic look into the demands of advanced nursing education and the resilience required to succeed.
Finding Balance and Defining Her Path
As Isabelle progresses through school, she has intentionally adjusted her work schedule, stepping back from hours in the outpatient post-anesthesia care unit to prioritize education. Her ability to balance work, school, and personal goals reflects the adaptability that has defined her nursing career from the beginning.
Nursing Philosophy and Personal Roots
Isabelle credits much of her compassionate approach to growing up in a large family and spending her early years on a farm. Those formative experiences helped shape her strong work ethic, empathy, and desire to care for others. Throughout the conversation, it is clear that nursing was not just a career choice for Isabelle, but a calling rooted in who she has always been.
Closing Thoughts
Isabelle Snapp’s journey from critical care to aesthetic nursing highlights the many paths a nursing career can take. Her dedication to education, patient safety, and personal growth serves as inspiration for nurses at every stage of their careers. This episode is a reminder that adaptability, curiosity, and compassion are what truly define success in healthcare.
Tags: Aesthetic Nursing, Critical Care Nursing, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Nursing Education, Healthcare Careers, Danville Illinois
