Beyond the Operating Room: Olivia Reeves (CRNA) Explores the Benefits of Social Media for Healthcare Professionals

Send us Fan Mail"Social media is an outlet for me to keep hold of myself and be a better CRNA." Welcome back to the Investing RN podcast! In this episode, we have a special guest, Olivia Reeves, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) based in North Carolina. Olivia is not only a healthcare professional but also a social media sensation with a large following on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.Join us as Olivia shares her inspiring journey from nursing school to becoming a CRNA and how she discovered her passion for social media. She opens up about the misconceptions and challenges she faces as a healthcare professional with a significant social media presence. Olivia emphasizes the importance of having an outlet and how social media allows her to be her authentic self while maintaining professionalism in the hospital setting.  She highlights that it is possible to have two separate versions of oneself, one for social media and one for work, without compromising professionalism. She also emphasizes the value of social media as an outlet for sharing experiences and connecting with others in the field.Olivia advises nurses to consider shadowing various healthcare professionals to gain a better understanding of different roles and scopes of practice. She also encourages nurses to be mindful of their financial decisions, avoid unnecessary expenses, and focus on paying off debt before indulging in luxuries.Tune in to this episode of the Investing RN podcast to learn from Olivia and discover how social media can be a powerful tool for healthcare professionals to share their experiences, connect with others, and enhance their professional lives.🔑 Key Takeaways:Nurses should consider shadowing different healthcare professionals to get a better understanding of their roles and scope of practice.It is possible to have two separate versions of yourself, one for social media and one for work, without compromising your professionalism.Building a large social media following takes time and effort, but it can open doors and provide additional income opportunities.⏱️TimeStamps[0:00] Introduction[1:23]Olivia's diverse interests and social media presence.[2:19]Olivia's influence on Josh to start posting on social media.[3:25]Olivia's passion for the human body and interest in nursing.[10:47] Age and experience as a CRNA[15:19] Differentiating between good and bad debt[17:58] Current schedule as a CRNA and social media influencer[21:05] Social media world and initial reaction to her content[24:15] Social media as a source of income and work-life balance[30:17] Social media as an outlet and not relying solely on income[41:26] The challenge of being a professional with a social media presence[44:23] Understanding the audience on different social media platforms.[47:55] Olivia discusses the makeup aspect of her social media presence.[49:52] Olivia explains the convenience of using all-in-one makeup products.[52:09] The importance of sharing knowledge and educating others.[58:22] Being smart with money and avoiding unnecessary expenses.[1:03:35] Learning from past financial mistakes.Connect with Olivia hereBe sure to follow us onBe sure to follow us on instagram hereSubscribe to our YouTube channel here Click the link, share your contact details, and we'll help you get started on your investment journey. Start now!