Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice in New York
What an NP, PA, or RN entering aesthetic medicine in New York needs to know — sourced from the AANP State Practice Environment + the New York Board of Nursing.
New York — Full Practice Authority
Can an NP own an aesthetic practice solo in New York?
Yes (effective 2022 — NYS Education Law §6910). NPs with 3,600+ practice hours have full practice authority.
Collaborative agreement / physician relationship
Collaborative agreement required for first 3,600 practice hours post-licensure, then independent.
Good-faith exam (GFE) rules — aesthetic context
GFE required. NYS does not allow first-dose telehealth GFE for controlled substances; in-person required initially.
RN injection scope in New York
RNs may inject aesthetic medications (botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, fat-dissolving) under a valid prescriber order and approved protocol. Only PRESCRIBING requires a licensed NP/MD/DO. Verify with your board.
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