Who can inject
MD, DO, NP, PA, RN under physician supervision
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
The exam that makes it legal
Required; in-person or telehealth allowed with physician approval A valid order or good-faith exam by an authorized provider is what makes an injection lawful — not simply who holds the syringe.
Training expected
No state-mandated injector training beyond licensure.
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.