Who can inject
MD, DO, NP, PA, RN under physician supervision
Registered nurses (RNs)
Yes, under physician delegation; scope varies by board interpretation
Nurse practitioners & physician assistants
NP/PA may inject under physician collaboration; independent practice limited
The exam that makes it legal
Required; in-person or telehealth allowed under certain conditions 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 Kentucky
Verify with the Kentucky Medical Board and Board of Nursing whether telehealth GFE is acceptable for your specific aesthetic services and document physician-patient relationship clearly.
Primary source: Kentucky Medical Board; Kentucky Board of Nursing
General business information for Kentucky medical-spa owners, current as of 2026 — not legal advice. State boards update rules often; confirm specifics with the Kentucky board (and your own counsel) before you act.