Nurses: Peer Review Actions

A negative peer review determination by a hospital board or committee in Texas can trigger the inquiry and investigation into a nursing license holder’s potential commission of professional misconduct. Furthermore, the evidence obtained by the peer review committee can be requested and subpoenaed by the Board to further supplement and substantiate the Board’s investigation. Therefore, it is imperative that a nurse obtain representation by a lawyer through the peer review process when facing credentialing issues or the suspension or revocation of employment and privileges.