Can Your Nursing License Get Revoked for False Documentation?

Can Your Nursing License Get Revoked for False Documentation?

As a nurse, it is essential to maintain the highest standards of integrity and honesty in your practice. Documentation is one of them as it ensures patient safety, continuity of care, and legal compliance. Falsifying records not only jeopardizes patient safety but can also lead to serious consequences for nursing license. Find out the consequences of false documentation and the risks of license revocation. In such challenging times, having a nurse license defense attorney by your side can make all the difference.

Consequences of False Documentation in Nursing

The Texas Board of Nursing considers false documentation a serious violation of nursing law. Nurses who engage in this practice may face Texas BON disciplinary actions such as:

1. License Suspension or Revocation: Nurses found guilty of false documentation can have their nursing license suspended or revoked if found guilty. This can have a long-term consequences on their career and could also lead to not being allowed to practice nursing in the state of Texas.
2. Probation: In some cases, the Texas BON may place a nurse on probation. During this time, the nursing license may be restricted, and may be required to complete additional training or education.
3. Fines: The Texas BON may impose fines. These fines can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars, depending on the severity of the violation.
4. Criminal Charges: In some cases, nurses may face criminal charges for falsifying documentation, especially if patient harm occurs as a result.

Your license could be revoked, suspended, or subject to restrictions for committing a false documentation. Basically, it depends on the specific circumstances of the case and the policies of the Texas Board of Nursing.

Scenario: Falsified Visit Notes and False Documentation on Patient Care

In the fall of 2020, an LVN with a home health service provider in Irving, Texas falsified visit notes for a patient and falsely documented patient care. LVN's conduct created an inaccurate medical record and was likely to deceive other caregivers who needed complete information.

Without consulting a nurse attorney, the LVN responded and admitted falsely documenting visit notes and care of the patient. The LVN also stated that this was her first time providing home health service and that she was very overwhelmed being out in the field by herself. Even so, the LVN expressed a desire to continue caring for patients as a nurse and acknowledged the importance of communicating with superiors. She emphasized her love for nursing and her commitment to serving her country.

The Texas Board of Nursing then subjected the LVN and her license to disciplinary action. If the LVN had hired an experienced and skilled Texas Nurse Attorney, they would have defended the accusation. Hiring a Texas Nurse Attorney for defense is applicable for any kind of accusation laid against an RN or LVN.

Contact a Texas Nurse License Defense Attorney

If you are facing allegations of false documentation or concerned about your nursing license. Texas Nurse Attorney, Yong J. An can provide you with the legal support and guidance you need. He is an experienced nurse defense attorney who represented more than 600 nurse cases for over 18 years. You can reach him at (832) 428-5679 to get started or to inquire for more information regarding nursing license case defenses.