Can registered nurses and nurse practitioners inject Botox and fillers in New Mexico?

Yes, under physician delegation and standing orders NP/PA may inject under physician collaboration; independent practice limited for injectables

New Mexico · Moderate

Can RNs and Nurse Practitioners Inject Botox in New Mexico?

Nurses do most of the injecting in this industry — but New Mexico 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 and standing orders

Nurse practitioners & physician assistants

NP/PA may inject under physician collaboration; independent practice limited for injectables

Supervision & the medical director

Required for medical spa operations

The exam requirement

Required; in-person or telehealth allowed with physician approval

What to verify in New Mexico

Establish a written physician supervision agreement and document all telehealth GFE consultations with clear therapeutic relationship notes.

Primary source: New Mexico Medical Board; New Mexico Board of Nursing

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

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