A criminal conviction can alter your life in various ways, including hurting your chances to remain in the medical industry. Even misdemeanor offenses can affect your career path. Fortunately, you may have options to return to the field. Types of convictions that...
Nurse Licensing
Nurses: Will your license pass the verification process?
Private practices and large health care organizations need to verify a nurse’s license before moving forward with a new hire. This license provides verification that a state licensing board has approved the professional to practice in their chosen field within the...
Burnout update: 3 ways nurses can reduce stress during the holidays
Study after study has shown that medical professionals are facing serious burnout. The risk was already high but skyrocketed after the onset of the pandemic. This is a national problem that has directly impacted the nursing profession in Texas. The Texas Department of...
TX BON & disciplinary actions in 2022: FAQ
The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) works to protect and promote the welfare of Texans by working to ensure anyone who holds a nursing license is competent and able to practice in their profession safely. When does the TX BON investigate a nurse? Patients, co-workers,...
Could I lose my nursing license if I administered the wrong vaccine?
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) recently reported that it received notification of almost 1,500 vaccine errors from June of 2020 through December 2021. In one example, a 91-year-old patient received two COVID-19 vaccinations on the same day and went...
I just got notification of an investigation by the BON. What are my rights?
Anyone who receives notification of an impending investigation by the state Board of Nursing (BON) is wise to take the matter seriously. This group is responsible for coming up with a resolution for complaints involving nurses. Depending on the allegations and the...
3 tips for new nurses
Those who are starting a career in nursing or transitioning to a new position can benefit from some tips for success. There are lists upon lists of tips for success but three that fit almost any nursing situation include: Prepare for the position. Get good gear before...
I just got “written up” by my charge nurse. Should I worry?
Just like any leadership position, there are good charge nurses and not so good. Whether you have a good charge nurse or not, getting written up can lead to stress. Is this a concern? Can a write up lead to additional repercussions? What kind of power does the charge...
Can nurses keep working if they are accused of misconduct?
The Texas Board of Nursing (BON) is responsible for regulating the safe practice of nursing in Texas. Part of this role involves investigating complaints against a nurse. The BON receives thousands of these types of complaints every year. Some are dismissed without...
Nursing license under threat? 3 tips to deal with the stress.
Nurses must manage stress as part of their job. There are the visible stressors, the large patient load, and long hours, as well as the invisible, like the unspoken need to always do more. But what happens when the stressor is one that could put your nursing license...