What aesthetic procedures can an RN do in MD

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I am looking to find what procedures can be done by an RN in Maryland. I've browsed MD's practice act, but it is understandably massive. How do I find what procedures an aesthetic RN can do in MD? I've looked for an email contact at the board of nursing, and haven't come up with one.

Botox, restylane, fillers, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, IPL, photorejuvenation, spider vein treatments.

Thanks in advance for any info.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

Hello,

Try this:

Nursing Practice and Regulations

A'lise Williams R.N., M.S. --- Director, Nursing Practice

[email protected]

410-585-1910

Maryland Board of Nursing - Staff Directory

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Specializes in Surgical ICU.
Thanks!!

What were you able to find out? I am interested in preforming these "procedures" as well!

Thanks!

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Read the nursing board's COMAR chapters for RNs in MD. You can find an online copy by going to Maryland.gov, or copy & paste this in your browser:

Division of State Documents

They very specifically list everything we (RNs) are allowed and not allowed to do. Additionally, you could read through the COMAR section for the MD board of Physcians. Both have separate chapters and sections on cosmetic procedures. Everything you want/need to know is there. It will take some time to figure out the COMAR. It's difficult to navigate but it's all there and it's quite enlightening. We can do almost everything, including injections and laser use. You just need to make sure you have pt specific orders (not standing or protocol) that are written after the MD sees the pt, and the MD must be on-site during your treatment of the pt. There is plenty more... too much to type but I spent hours pouring over this when I switched from L & D to aesthetics. Best advice... get before you ever touch a pt and know your COMAR inside & out. Last thing you want is to sit in front of the MBON explaining why you were practicing outside your RN scope of practice.

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