Sec. 242.153. DIRECTOR OF NURSING SERVICES. An institution shall have a director of nursing services who shall be a registered nurse. The director of nursing services is responsible for:
(1) coordinating each resident's comprehensive plan of care; and
(2) ensuring that only personnel with an appropriate license or permit administer medication.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1159, Sec. 1.30, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Licensing of Health Facilities
Chapter 242 - Convalescent and Nursing Facilities and Related Institutions
Subchapter F. Medical, Nursing, and Dental Services Other Than Administration of Medication
Section 242.151. Physician Services
Section 242.152. Physician Services for Residents Younger Than 18 Years of Age
Section 242.153. Director of Nursing Services
Section 242.154. Nursing Services
Section 242.155. Pediatric Nursing Services
Section 242.156. Required Medical Examination