Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
OCCUPATIONS CODE |
Title 3. HEALTH PROFESSIONS |
Subtitle E. REGULATION OF NURSING |
Chapter 301. NURSES |
Subchapter H. PRACTICE BY LICENSE HOLDER |
Sec. 301.351. DESIGNATIONS
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(a) A person who holds a license as a registered nurse under this chapter:
(1) is referred to as a registered nurse; and
(2) may use the abbreviation "R.N."
(b) A person who holds a license as a vocational nurse under this chapter:
(1) is referred to as a licensed vocational nurse or vocational nurse; and
(2) may use the abbreviation "L.V.N." or "V.N."
(c) While interacting with the public in a nursing role, each nurse shall wear a clearly legible insignia identifying the nurse as a registered or vocational nurse. The insignia may not contain information other than:
(1) the registered or vocational nurse designation;
(2) the nurse's name, certifications, academic degrees, or practice position;
(3) the name of the employing facility or agency, or other employer;
(4) a picture of the nurse; or
(5) any other information authorized by the board.
(d) The board may adopt rules establishing specifications for the insignia.