Sec. 242.155. PEDIATRIC NURSING SERVICES. An institution shall ensure that:
(1) nursing services for a resident younger than 18 years of age are provided by a staff member who has been instructed and has demonstrated competence in the care of children; and
(2) consultative pediatric nursing services are available to the staff if the institution has a resident younger than 18 years of age.
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