Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.
Section 301.351 - Designations(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.Reenacted and amended by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 113, Sec. 6, eff. 5/20/2005.Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 553, Sec. 1.027, eff. 9/1/2003Amended By Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 876, Sec. 5, eff. 6/20/2003. Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1999.