Texas Board of Nursing allows Eastland to practice in limited capacity

One week after temporarily suspending the license of Camp Mystic’s Chief medical officer, the Texas Board of Nursing is now allowing Mary Liz Eastland to continue practicing with a limited license.  Eastland has previously been questioned by a number of state legislators about her actions during and after the catastrophic July 4, 2025 floods in which twenty-seven campers and counselors died while attending the camp.

Court documents show there was supposed to be a probable cause hearing on June 5, but a joint motion to dismiss with prejudice was filed on Wednesday.

The terms of the order state that Eastland cannot provide direct patient care or work outside of Texas using a Texas compact license.  She also must notify each present or future employer in nursing and present them a copy of the order by the Texas Board of Nursing.  Eastland will also be required to complete a board-approved course in Texas nursing jurisprudence and ethics.

Joshua Fiveson, an attorney for Camp Mystic, released the following statement: “We are grateful that the Texas Board of Nursing has allowed Mrs. Eastland to continue practicing under a limited license.  While she has no intention of again serving as a camp nurse, Mrs. Eastland remains committed to her professional calling and thanks the Board for that privilege.  The families of all those lost to the July 4, 2025 flood will forever remain in Mrs. Eastland’s heart and prayers.”