Can registered nurses and nurse practitioners inject Botox and fillers in Montana?

Yes, under physician delegation; Montana permits broad RN scope in aesthetics May practice with physician collaboration; independent practice permitted in some contexts

Montana · Lenient

Can RNs and Nurse Practitioners Inject Botox in Montana?

Nurses do most of the injecting in this industry — but Montana draws specific lines around what an RN versus an NP can do, and who has to supervise.

By Evan at Inside MedSpa

Registered nurses (RNs)

Yes, under physician delegation; Montana permits broad RN scope in aesthetics

Nurse practitioners & physician assistants

May practice with physician collaboration; independent practice permitted in some contexts

Supervision & the medical director

Not strictly required if physician is on-site or available for consultation

The exam requirement

Required; in-person or telehealth permitted if clinically appropriate

What to verify in Montana

Confirm with the Montana Board of Nursing and Medical Examiners whether your specific staffing model (RN-led vs. NP-led) requires on-site physician presence or remote supervision.

Primary source: Montana Board of Nursing and Montana Board of Medical Examiners

General business information for Montana medical-spa owners, current as of 2026 — not legal advice. State boards update rules often; confirm specifics with the Montana board (and your own counsel) before you act.

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