Relating to certain duties of the Texas Board of Nursing and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in relation to the reporting and publication of nursing program clinical site data.
The bill proposes amendments to existing sections of both the Education Code and the Occupations Code, aiming to create a formal and structured reporting system for clinical sites that support professional nursing programs. By mandating the provision of specific data to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, it facilitates better assessment of nursing education resources, which could potentially lead to improvements in nursing education and training across the state. The bill outlines the necessity of annual reporting, ensuring that up-to-date information reflects the current clinical training landscape in Texas.
SB2058 is a legislative proposal concerning the responsibilities of the Texas Board of Nursing and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in relation to the reporting and publication of nursing program clinical site data. The bill aims to enhance transparency and improve the data available about clinical training locations for nursing students in Texas. This includes the requirement for the Texas Board of Nursing to annually publish detailed information regarding approved clinical sites, including their locations, the number of nursing students training there, and their total capacity for training.
While the bill is primarily focused on reporting and transparency, there are limitations placed on the powers of the Board. Specifically, it clarifies that the Board does not have the authority to mandate participation from all types of healthcare facilities for clinical education programs nor require additional reporting obligations from them. This aspect is crucial, as concerns around over-regulation and the administrative burden on healthcare facilities may arise. Overall, SB2058 represents a concrete step towards organized data management in nursing education while attempting to balance the needs of various healthcare providers.
Education Code
Occupations Code