Notwithstanding any provision of any title to the contrary, a person shall not use the title “nurse” or any other title, abbreviation, or designation in connection with the person's name, occupation, or profession to indicate or imply that the person is a practicing nurse unless the person is actively licensed or certified by the board of nursing.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 63 - Professions of the Healing Arts
§ 63-7-101. Purpose of Chapter
§ 63-7-104. Registered Nurse Qualifications
§ 63-7-107. Use of “Registered Nurse” Title
§ 63-7-108. “Practice of Practical Nursing” Defined
§ 63-7-109. Practical Nurse Qualifications
§ 63-7-112. Use of “Licensed Practical Nurse” Title
§ 63-7-117. Application for School Accreditation
§ 63-7-118. Investigation of Applicants for Accreditation
§ 63-7-119. Survey of Schools and Report — Loss of Accreditation
§ 63-7-121. Validity of License Issued on or Before September 1, 1967