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The Role of the Texas Board of Nursing in Addressing Issues Related to Substance Abuse and Addiction Among Nurses

July 04, 2023Nursing License

Substance abuse and addiction can result in you losing your nursing license or, at the very least, facing disciplinary action against you by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). However, the BON also recognizes that substance abuse disorders are treatable. Nurses who receive appropriate treatment and reach a stable recovery can provide safe and quality care under specific circumstances. An experienced nursing license defense lawyer can represent your interests in any disciplinary proceedings resulting from...

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Can a Registered Nurse Prescribe Medication in Texas?

June 06, 2023Nursing License

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses can prescribe medications in Texas. However, the authority to write prescriptions also involves being vulnerable to complaints against your nursing license.  Earning the APRN Specialty Certification requires years of study and either a master's or doctorate in nursing. If a complaint has been made against your nursing license, it is imperative that you take steps to protect yourself. An experienced Texas nursing license defense lawyer at Bertolino LLP can discuss your...

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Suspended Nursing License: When the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) Must Suspend or Revoke a Nurse’s License

June 19, 2018Nursing License

The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) licenses qualified registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses and advanced nurse practitioners to practice throughout the state of Texas. It is the regulatory agency tasked with enforcing the Texas Nursing Practice Act, conducting investigations of complaints against nurses, and adjudicating complaints. The Texas BON provides due process to a nurse when a complaint is filed against him or her, giving notice of the investigation and allegations. However, the BON’s primary objective is to ensure the...

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May 10, 2017Nursing License

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