I have been a RN for over 10 years. I have a MSN.

Last year, my 16 year old step child attacked me and beat me in the face. in self defense, I pushed her against a wall and held down her arms, which left a scratch and a bruise on her arm. I called the police to have her removed from my home and she made up some story being the compulsive liar that she is..and I was the one arrested.

Long story short, I accepted a plea bargain for deferred adjudication. My nursing license is currently inactive. I chose not to renew until I complete my community supervision and have a copy of my order for non disclosure to send to the board.

Is there any hope for me in getting my license back?? I am in Texas.

I am completely devastated and feel very hopeless.

I am so sorry you are facing this inordinately stressful situation. However, as an Internet bulletin board, any advice we could give you would be outside of our scope and possibly inaccurate/ harmful to you. This does not mean that we do not care - We care about you and the challenging situation you are facing right now.

Since we cannot offer any legal advice, please consult a lawyer ASAP - preferably one whose specialty area is in nurse litigation issues with state boards of nursing.

These links may be of help to you:

Texas Board of Nursing

The American Association of Nurse Attorneys

Professional Liability Insurance for nurses, nursing medical malpractice.

Wishing you health and peace in this situation.