Nurses Performing Laser Hair Removal

In June 2004, the Board responded to an opinion request on nurses performing laser hair removal.

It was the advisory opinion of the Board that the performance of laser hair removal is within the scope of nursing practice for the nurse who possesses the requisite educational preparation and current clinical competency to perform the act in a safe effective manner.  The act should be preformed under medical supervision.  The nurse’s practice should be consistent with the Kentucky Nursing Laws and established standards of practice, and be evidence based.