What to know in North Dakota
Start with these state-specific findings, then use the checklist below to review the rest of your practice. The linked authorities explain the conditions and exceptions behind each point.
Aesthetic nursing requires documented competence
The Nursing Board’s FAQ describes RN administration of FDA-approved cosmetic agents with comprehensive specialized education, training and demonstrated competency.
Source: North Dakota Board of Nursing: Nursing Practice FAQThe prescriber evaluates the individual patient
The guidance places RN injections within a medically prescribed treatment plan that includes a documented initial assessment or evaluation of each client by the prescriber. A generic treatment menu is not that evaluation.
Source: North Dakota Board of Nursing: Nursing Practice FAQYour next steps
- Document each injector’s education and competency and the prescriber responsible for the treatment plan.
- Ensure the initial prescriber evaluation is recorded before the first nurse-administered treatment.
Questions to resolve before opening
- What evidence demonstrates this RN’s competency for the specific agent and procedure?
- How is the prescriber’s individual evaluation and treatment plan documented and updated?
Bring your actual ownership chart, service menu, devices and staff credentials to the relevant board or healthcare counsel. The same answer may not apply to a different procedure or business model.