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SUMMARY:Free Webinar: NCCHC Leading the Way Program of the Year Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Discover what award-winning innovation looks like in action. Join this dynamic webinar featuring recipients of the most recent NCCHC Program of the Year awards as they share the strategies\, collaboration models\, and measurable outcomes behind their successes. \nHear firsthand how these programs improved safety\, strengthened patient-centered care\, and fostered meaningful collaboration between custody and health services. \n\nLearn practical\, replicable strategies you can implement at your facility\nExplore real-world lessons learned — including barriers and solutions\nGain tools to improve safety\, reduce risk\, and enhance outcomes\nEngage directly with program leaders during dedicated Q&A\n\nWhether you serve in health care\, custody\, or administration\, you’ll leave with actionable ideas to elevate care and operations in your organization. \nFeatured Programs \nEl Paso County Jail – TRUST (Therapeutic Response Unit and Stabilization Team) \nLaunched in 2022\, the TRUST program pairs mental health professionals with custody staff to proactively support high-risk individuals and safely deescalate crises. Responding to nearly 800 calls with a 75% success rate\, the program has reduced use-of-force incidents by 30%. Learn how trauma-informed\, clinician-led interventions can improve safety\, reduce risk\, and strengthen cross-disciplinary collaboration. \nOkaloosa County Department of Corrections – Baby and Me Program \nThe Baby and Me program creates a supportive\, structured environment for pregnant women\, emphasizing safe pregnancy\, healthy delivery\, bonding\, and reentry planning. Participants receive enhanced medical care\, education\, and community-based support — improving maternal health\, strengthening parent-child connections\, and supporting successful transition back to the community. Discover how coordinated custody-health partnerships can improve outcomes for both mothers and infants. \nNo registration required. \nAdd to Calendar (Zoom Meeting)
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/free-webinar-ncchc-leading-the-way-program-of-the-year-spotlight/
LOCATION:online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Dos and Don'ts of Documentation: A Legal Defense Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Documentation is an integral part of every provider’s practice and plays a critical role in building a strong defense when legal claims arise. This webinar will offer practical tips for improving documentation practices. Participants will review real-world examples of both effective and ineffective documentation\, highlighting their impact on litigation. \nLearning Objectives \n\nReview real-world examples of effective documentation and common errors\nDiscuss how documentation impacts the defense of a correctional claim\nDescribe practical tips for improving documentation from a legal perspective\n\nPanelists \nKendra Stark\, JD is a partner in the San Francisco and Raleigh offices of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani\, LLP. Ms. Stark focuses her practice on professional liability matters\, including the defense of health care providers in lawsuits and in connection with professional licensing board inquiries and investigations. She has substantial experience defending correctional litigation matters\, including Section 1983 deliberate indifference cases\, against correctional medical providers. She has been recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in the areas of professional liability and medical malpractice\, and as a Young Gun by North Carolina Business Legal Elite. Ms. Stark obtained her J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston- Salem\, North Carolina. \nAustin Kessler\, JD is an associate in the Raleigh office of Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani\, LLP. Mr. Kessler focuses his practice on medical malpractice defense. He has represented clients through all stages of litigation\, including jury trials\, arbitrations\, and appeals. Mr. Kessler also has substantial experience defending correctional litigation matters\, including Section 1983 deliberate indifference cases\, against correctional medical providers. He has been recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers for two years in a row as a Rising Star in the area of healthcare. Mr. Kessler obtained his J.D. from Campbell Law in Raleigh\, North Carolina. \nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nLearn More/Register
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-dos-and-donts-of-documentation/
LOCATION:online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Diabetes Management in Detention Facilities
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore best practices for providing safe\, effective diabetes care in detention settings\, grounded in the American Diabetes Association® Standards of Care in Diabetes. Presenters will discuss how national clinical standards can be applied within the operational\, security\, and resource constraints unique to correctional facilities. \nParticipants will gain practical guidance on screening\, monitoring\, medication management\, and continuity of care\, as well as the importance of trained health care staff and reliable access to supplies and treatments. The session will also highlight how early identification and consistent management can prevent acute medical emergencies\, reduce costly hospital transfers\, and limit long-term complications such as cardiovascular disease\, vision loss\, renal failure\, and amputations. \nThis webinar is designed for correctional health professionals seeking to improve outcomes\, enhance safety\, and reduce risk and cost associated with diabetes in custody. \nPresenters: \nJennifer Sherman\, JD is a Staff Attorney for Legal Advocacy at the American Diabetes Association. She provides support\, education\, and resources to individuals with diabetes and their families\, as well as to attorneys representing people who face diabetes-related discrimination. Ms. Sherman earned her BA summa cum laude from George Washington University and her JD from Berkeley Law\, where she received a certificate in Public Interest and Social Justice. \nJeffrey Keller\, MD is a board-certified emergency physician who practiced carceral medicine in jails and prisons for 25 years. Now retired from clinical practice\, Dr. Keller continues to serve as a consultant in correctional medicine and as a court-appointed jail monitor. He is a Fellow of the American College of Correctional Physicians and the American College of Emergency Physicians\, and the author of The Best of Jail Medicine: An Introduction to Correctional Medicine. \nLearn More/Register
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-diabetes-management-in-detention-facilities/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:Saving Lives: Focusing on What Matters Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by AJA and NCCHC. Topics include: \n\nCollaboration between custody and health care\nInitial and ongoing substance use disorder treatment\nPrevention of suicide and self harm\nReducing in-custody mortality\nReentry best practices\nRestraint safety\nStaff wellness and peer support\n\nLearn More/Register 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/saving-lives-focusing-on-what-matters-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20260116T222357Z
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SUMMARY:MOUD for Detained Youth: Barriers and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:This webinar examines the epidemiology of the current crisis of opioid overdose deaths among juveniles in the United States. It highlights the growing impact of illicitly manufactured fentanyl and the ease with which adolescents can access illicit substances through social media platforms. The session reviews diagnostic criteria for juvenile opioid use disorder and outlines evidence-based treatment options\, with particular emphasis on the role of buprenorphine in the management of opioid use disorder in youth. \nThe webinar will also explore barriers physicians report when considering medications for opioid use disorder for juvenile patients and presents practical strategies to address these challenges. Finally\, participants will hear examples of successful national MOUD programs within correctional settings and lessons learned that can inform broader implementation. \nPanelists: \n\nJohn Tomarchio\, MD\, MPH\, Assistant Chief Medical Officer\, VitalCore Health Strategies\nSandra Violette\, MSW\, LADAC\, CCHP\, Manager of OTP and Mental Health\, National Commission on Correctional Health Care\n\nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nLearn more/Register
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/moud-for-detained-youth-barriers-and-solutions/
LOCATION:online
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Implementing MAT Continuum of Care in Jails: Lessons Learned
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed for jurisdictions seeking to move beyond MAT continuation toward fully mirroring community standards of care\, consistent with the Bureau of Justice Assistance Withdrawal Management Guidelines for Jails. Based on Sacramento County’s experience\, it is especially timely as California implements a statewide initiative—including the nation’s first Medicaid 1115 demonstration allowing Medicaid coverage up to 90 days pre-release—to expand access to MAT and related services. These developments have significant implications for jails nationwide as similar demonstrations are approved. \nPresenters will share real-world data\, including MAT enrollment trends\, outcomes\, and impacts on in-facility overdoses and medical emergencies. They will discuss challenges\, successes\, and lessons learned\, along with recommendations for staff training\, operational support\, and phased rollout. \nThe session will also examine Sacramento’s model—including dedicated housing for initiation and withdrawal management\, enhanced community partnerships\, coordinated custody-health leadership\, and specialized medication administration—along with legal\, ethical\, policy\, cost\, pharmacy\, and implementation considerations. \nPanelists \n\nTianna Hammock\, MS\, CCHP\, Health Services Administrator for Sacramento County Adult Correctional Health\nMichael Wanless\, PharmD\, Director of Pharmacy for Sacramento County Adult Correctional Health\nJacqueline Abdalla\, MD is Assistant Medical Director for Sacramento County Adult Correctional Health\nRich VandenHuevel\, MSW\, Principal\, Health Management Associates\n\nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-implementing-mat-continuum-of-care/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20260109T163903Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Challenges in Correctional Health: A Focus on Women Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This webinar brings together a diverse panel of women correctional health professionals from multiple states and agencies to examine the gender-based challenges women face across correctional settings. Drawing on perspectives from frontline facilities to executive-level state leadership\, panelists will explore barriers that contribute to burnout\, reduced job satisfaction and workforce attrition. Grounded in research and lived experience\, the discussion will highlight evidence-based insights alongside real-world examples. The panel will also share practical\, actionable strategies—including mentorship\, professional networking\, and correctional health certifications—to support career advancement\, strengthen retention\, and build a more resilient correctional health workforce. \nPanelists: \n\nRebecca Rock\, Psy.D.\, CCHP-MH\, Mental Health Director\, Hardee Correctional Institution (Centurion Health)\nBrandeshawn (Brande) Harris\, Chief Deputy Secretary for Operations\, North Carolina Department of Adult Correction\nMary Leftridge Byrd\, Former Superintendent and Deputy Secretary\, Pennsylvania Department of Corrections\nSharonda Carlos\, MPA\, CADC\, Deputy Commissioner of Administration\, Connecticut Department of Correction\nLanaya McDonald\, MA\, LPC\, LCDC III\, Reentry Administrator\, Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction\n\nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nLearn More/Register \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-challenges-in-correctional-health-a-focus-on-women-professionals/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20241017T154545Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Winter Conference on Correctional Health Care
DESCRIPTION:CE and education from your desk  or wherever you are. Watch sessions on demand through January 30. Up to 25 hours of CE. \nCatch up on sessions from the National Conference and online exclusives. Register by December 9 to participate live. \nFind out more and register today! \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/virtual-winter-conference/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Personality Disorders: Working With Challenging Individuals
DESCRIPTION:In correctional settings\, staff frequently encounter individuals with challenging personality traits that can complicate care and interactions. This webinar will introduce the alternative DSM-5 model for personality disorders\, focusing on personality functioning and the key elements of identity\, self-direction\, empathy\, and intimacy. Participants will explore how these elements exist along a continuum\, from little to severe impairment\, and how they shape behavior and interpersonal dynamics. \nThe session will provide strategies for tailoring interactions with individuals who have more serious impairments\, helping professionals break out of unproductive patterns and reduce frustration. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of personality functioning and leave with practical tools to foster more effective\, collaborative relationships with patients who often present the greatest challenges—while also gaining insights that may enhance their own professional growth. \nLearning Objectives \n\nReview the four basic elements of personality functioning as presented in the DSM-5\nDescribe personality as falling along a continuum of pathology\nDiscuss practical skills for working effectively with individuals who exhibit challenging personality functioning\n\nPresenter \nSharen Barboza\, PhD\, CCHP-MH  is a clinical and consulting psychologist who has worked in correctional mental health for more than 25 years. She provides monitoring\, consultation\, training\, and expert opinion on the delivery of mental health services in correctional settings as well as behavioral and emotional wellness. Dr. Barboza’s publication topics include suicide risk\, criminal thinking\, and the reduction of self-injury. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology from Tufts University and her PhD in clinical psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is also certified in Wholebeing Positive Psychology. \nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-personality-disorders-working-with-challenging-individuals/
LOCATION:online
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251106
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SUMMARY:National Conference on Correctional Health Care 2025
DESCRIPTION:The biggest and best educational and networking event in correctional health returns to the East Coast. Network\, connect\, and learn with peers and experts from across the country and all disciplines. \nSchedule of Events: \nSaturday\, Nov. 1 – Preconference seminars \nSunday\, Nov. 2 – Preconference seminars\, CCHP exam\, Exhibit hall opening reception \nMonday -Tuesday\, November 3-4 – Awards ceremony\, Keynote\, Conference Sessions\, Exhibit Hall \nWednesday\, November 5 – Conference Sessions \nSign up now for a booth and/or sponsorship. Download the Exhibitor Prospectus and Contract (Docusign). Contact sales@ncchc.org for more information. \nEvent website – learn more! Register by October 24 & save on on-site rates. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/national-conference-on-correctional-health-care-2025/
LOCATION:Baltimore\, MD
CATEGORIES:Health Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Improving Correctional Infection Prevention & Control Programs
DESCRIPTION:Infection prevention and control programs are essential to safeguarding patients and staff in correctional facilities. The pandemic underscored significant challenges—from outdated policies to gaps in surveillance and education—emphasizing the need for proactive\, evidence-based approaches. \nThis webinar will guide participants in evaluating their current infection control programs and exploring strategies for improvement. The presenter will identify key stakeholders\, outline the unique challenges correctional settings face\, and share practical solutions for updating policies\, procedures\, and practices. Attendees will learn how to strengthen surveillance systems\, leverage resources\, and foster collaboration to ensure programs remain resilient against emerging health threats. Get educated and ready to make your operations safer and healthier. \nEducational Objectives \n• Evaluate a current infection prevention and control program \n• Identify strategies for improving an infection prevention and control program \n• Describe the challenges\, strategies\, and tools needed for updating policies\, procedures and practices \nPresenters: \nSue Lane\, RN\, CCHP-A is the infection prevention and control director for Centurion. She is a lead surveyor for NCCHC and a former chair of the Academy of Correctional Health Professionals. She serves on the CCHP Board of Trustees. Ms. Lane has over 40 years of experience in infection prevention and control\, 28 years in correctional health care\, and is a national and state speaker on infection prevention and control in correctional health care settings. She has served on multiple infectious disease and correctional health care task forces to add a voice this specialty. She speaks at colleges and other organizations on behalf of correctional health care careers to encourage professionals to join the important specialty of providing care for this underserved population. \nWebinar Fee: \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-improving-correctional-infection-prevention-control-programs/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250811T132513Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Webinar: Diagnosis and Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
DESCRIPTION:Made possible by an independent grant from Takeda Pharmaceuticals to the NCCHC Foundation \nInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)—which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—affects more than 3 million Americans\, yet its burden in correctional settings often goes unrecognized. IBD is a complex\, progressive\, and systemic illness with potential complications far beyond the gut\, including joint pain\, skin disorders\, and liver disease. Left unmanaged\, it can significantly impact quality of life and contribute to costly hospitalizations. \nIncarcerated individuals with IBD face unique and often serious barriers to care\, such as limited access to specialists\, restrictive formularies\, and care disruptions during transfers or upon release. A recent study identified incarceration as an independent risk factor for IBD-related hospital readmissions—highlighting the urgent need for targeted interventions. \nThis webinar equips correctional health professionals with strategies to enhance early recognition of IBD flares and extra intestinal manifestations\, learn modern therapeutic endpoints\, deliver evidence-based care\, and ensure continuity of care through culturally competent practices\, telehealth\, transition and post-release planning. The session will include multiple case studies that include interventions for the incarcerated patient with IBD. \nWebinar Fee: \nFREE – registration required. Registration includes access to the PPT slide presentation\, webinar recording\, and CE credit – 1.5 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, CCHP\, and general. \nPresenters \nBharati Kochar\, MD\, MS is a gastroenterologist and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) specialist at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston\, MA. She is also an Investigator at The Mongan Institute and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kochar completed undergraduate and medical studies at Brown University\, training in Internal Medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and a fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology as well as advanced training in IBD at The University of North Carolina. She also obtained a Masters of Science in Clinical Research at UNC’s Gillings School of Global Public Health. Dr. Kochar’s research interests center around advancing care for those who are understudied and underrepresented with IBD. Her research is funded by the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation as well as the National Institute on Aging. \nLori E. Roscoe\, DNP\, PhD\, APRN\, ANP-C\, CCHP-RN is a nationally recognized expert in the field of correctional nursing and correctional health care and is a member of the NCCHC’s Multidisciplinary Education Committee. She is a member of the expert workgroup that revised the American Nurses Association’s Correctional Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice and a member of the NCCHC expert task force that reviewed and made suggestions for revisions to the Standards for Health Services in Jails/Prisons. Through Correctional HealthCare Consultants LLC\, Dr. Roscoe provides professional consulting services in correctional health care operations and legal matters. She is principal of The Correctional Nurse Educator\, a website that provides accredited continuing education specifically for correctional nurses. Dr. Roscoe also authors CorrectionalNurse.Net\, an award-winning blog about correctional nursing\, and Nursing Behind the Wall\, a website that provides clinical scenarios with which correctional nurses can practice clinical judgment skills. \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/free-webinar-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-inflammatory-bowel-disease/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T141500
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Suicide Precautions and Prevention (Two Sessions)
DESCRIPTION:National Suicide Prevention Month Webinars \nPart 1: Wednesday\, September 17\, 2025 at 1:00PM-2:15PM CST \nPart 2: Friday\, September 26\, 2025 at 1:00PM-2:15PM CST \nOverreliance on restrictive suicide precautions in correctional settings has become a hidden crisis—one that can cause more harm than it prevents. Too often\, these extreme measures are used for individuals who are not at genuine risk\, creating conditions more severe than disciplinary segregation\, deterring disclosure of suicidal thoughts\, and sparking constitutional challenges. \nThis session unpacks the research on risk\, protective\, and environmental factors that drive self-harm in custody\, along with the legal and operational implications of current practices. Evidence-based behavioral health interventions\, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing\, will be presented as more humane\, effective alternatives that promote safety and treatment engagement. \nThrough real-world case examples\, attendees will explore the core components of a comprehensive suicide prevention program that safeguards lives while reducing unnecessary harm—transforming prevention from a purely security-driven response to one rooted in care\, dignity\, and results. \n$89 ($79 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit. 2.5 hours of CE for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). Must attend both parts to claim credit. \nPresenters: \nJoel T. Andrade\, PhD\, LICSW\, MSW\, CCHP-MH holds a PhD and MSW from the Boston College Graduate School of Social Work with a concentration in forensics. He has worked in correctional and forensic mental health since 1997. He has presented and published journal articles and book chapters on numerous correctional health care topics including psychopathy\, violence risk assessment\, self-injurious behavior\, suicide prevention and intervention\, designing alternatives to segregation units for correctional systems\, and gender dysphoria. Dr. Andrade is also the editor of The Handbook of Violence Risk Assessment: New Approaches for Mental Health Professionals. \nBenjamin Rice\, JD is a Senior Expert for Falcon\, LLC and the Founder of BTR Consulting\, LLC. He is an attorney who works primarily as a correctional consultant\, using his 20 years of experience in the field. Mr. Rice worked on behalf of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) as a Deputy Attorney General. In recognition of his outstanding work\, he was asked to join the Governor’s Office of California as Deputy Legal Affairs Secretary over public safety. He was later appointed general counsel of CDCR where he was responsible for roughly 20 class action cases. Following eight years in that role\, Mr. Rice was recruited by a large private health care company to become its chief counsel. As a consultant and expert\, Mr. Rice helps sheriffs enhance jail operations and meet class action mandates. Mr. Rice holds a Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California at Los Angeles. \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-suicide-precautions-and-prevention-two-sessions/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250806T130048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T134859Z
UID:6193-1757509200-1757512800@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Importance of Accurate Head Trauma Assessment in Corrections
DESCRIPTION:Head injuries are one of the most common injuries encountered in corrections\, and also one of the most difficult to diagnose accurately. Correctional institutions are generally not equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment such as CT scanners for evaluation\, necessitating patient transfer to a higher level of care. Overdiagnosing head injuries results in expenditure of personnel and resources. Underdiagnosing of head injuries may result in adverse patient outcomes and increased liability for the facility. \nIn this presentation\, attendees will learn to identify risk factors for high-risk situations and management of these patients. Attendees will also identify which head injuries are lower risk and may be managed with additional medical oversight on-site. Attendees will formulate an evidence based plan for head injury patients\, identify risks\, and minimize liability while ensuring best outcome for correctional patients. \n1.5 hours of CE for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and General (CCHP and others). \nPresenters:\nP. Daniel McConnell\, MD\, a retired U.S. Army Captain\, sustained severe combat injuries in Afghanistan before transitioning to medicine. He earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University and completed an Emergency Medicine residency at the University of South Florida’s Level 1 trauma center. Board-certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine\, he is one of the nation’s few upper-extremity amputee emergency physicians. He has served as Chief Medical Officer at a major FEMA/Military COVID response site and is currently the Medical Director at Pinellas County Jail\, while also practicing emergency medicine in Tampa Bay\, FL. \nSusan Minter\, DNP\, NP\, CCHP is a doctorally prepared nurse practitioner\, is dual-board-certified in adult and family practice and has extensive experience in primary care and correctional medicine. She works at a large county jail in Florida as the sole nighttime primary care provider on-site. Dr. Minter has served as an expert witness and provided extensive health record reviews for the legal community on the topics of nursing documentation and administration issues. She lectures frequently on multidisciplinary topics that impact the correctional community\, and her passion is teaching and mentoring the upcoming generation of nurses and providers on best practices to care for their patients. \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-the-importance-of-accurate-head-trauma-assessment-in-corrections/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250813T190725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T191115Z
UID:6213-1756386000-1756389600@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:FREE Webinar: Insights into the 2025 Measles Outbreak in a Local New Mexico Jail
DESCRIPTION:Measles is a highly contagious respiratory virus that spreads rapidly in group settings and can lead to serious complications\, including pneumonia\, hospitalization\, and even death. In 2025\, the United States has reported 29 measles outbreaks across 40 jurisdictions\, involving more than 1\,300 individual cases. Among them is a large\, multistate outbreak—primarily affecting unvaccinated communities in New Mexico\, Oklahoma\, and Texas—that began in January 2025. This marks the highest number of measles cases reported in a single year since the disease was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. \nCongregate settings\, including correctional facilities\, are particularly vulnerable during community transmission. In July 2025\, the first known measles outbreak in a U.S. correctional facility since 2016 occurred in a New Mexico jail. \nThis webinar will feature presenters from the jail\, the New Mexico Department of Health\, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They will share insights from the recent outbreak\, outline preparedness strategies for correctional settings\, and provide evidence-based guidance for controlling measles outbreaks to safeguard the health of incarcerated individuals and staff while minimizing operational disruptions. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the signs and symptoms of measles and how it spreads\nDiscuss how prompt identification of cases\, isolation of infected individuals\, and robust vaccination and infection control measures can be implemented to control an outbreak in a correctional setting\nCreate a facility measles preparedness and response plan\n\nFREE – registration required. Registration includes access to the PPT slide presentation and CE credit – 1.0 hour for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, CCHP\, and general. NCCHC does not have permission to record and distribute this webinar after the live broadcast. \nPresenters: \nRobert Apodaca\, Deputy Warden\, Luna County Detention Center \nLiesl Hagan\, MPH\, Senior Scientist for Correctional Health\, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\, Office of Readiness and Response \nJessica Morales\, RN is a Health Services Administrator\, Luna County Detention Center \nMarla M. Sievers\, MPH\, Epidemiologist\, New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)\, Epidemiology and Response Division \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/free-webinar-insights-into-the-2025-measles-outbreak-in-a-local-new-mexico-jail/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250729T182011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T184221Z
UID:6170-1755774000-1755777600@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:FREE Webinar: Systemic Medication-Assisted Treatment Planning in Corrections
DESCRIPTION:Made possible by an independent educational grant from Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals \nThe opioid epidemic continues to present significant challenges for correctional facilities\, including limited access to addiction treatment\, heightened risk of overdose\, and increased institutional violence. Implementing and expanding medication-assisted treatment programs in jails and prisons is a proven strategy to address these issues\, reduce recidivism\, and support successful reentry. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of MAT planning\, program design\, workforce training\, treatment delivery\, reentry coordination\, program evaluation\, and long-term sustainability. \n1 hour of CE for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and general. \nThere is no charge to attend this webinar. \nPresenter \nDr. Todd Wilcox is the Medical Director of the Salt Lake County Jail system where he has worked for 26 years. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke University\, attended medical school at Vanderbilt University\, and has an MBA from the University of Utah. Dr. Wilcox is a highly-rated speaker for NCCHC and actively practices clinical medicine in Salt Lake City. He is the past president of the American College of Correctional Physicians and is a recipient of the Armond Start Award for excellence in correctional medicine. \nRegister/Learn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/systemic-medication-assisted-treatment-planning-in-corrections/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20240703T170351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T160628Z
UID:5185-1754474400-1760713200@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Correctional Mental Health Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:CE and education from your desk  or wherever you are\, completely focused on correctional mental health care challenges and solutions. Watch sessions on demand through October 17. Up to 20.75 hours of CE. \nView the full agenda and register today! \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/virtual-correctional-mental-health-care-conference-3/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250617T205438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T210957Z
UID:6105-1753956000-1753959600@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Dental Emergencies in Correctional Settings
DESCRIPTION:Dental issues are common complaints in corrections and can be painful and dangerous. Left untreated\, they can lead to serious health complications\, disrupt facility operations\, and increase the burden on both medical and security staff. This session provides practical guidance for correctional health professionals on recognizing and responding to urgent dental concerns. Learn about the prevalence and impact of common dental emergencies\, from severe pain and swelling to infections that can compromise breathing. Discover how early intervention\, triage\, and communication among medical\, dental\, and security teams can reduce risk\, improve patient outcomes\, and ease operational strain. You’ll leave better prepared to support timely\, coordinated care—even when dental providers aren’t immediately available. \n1.00 hours of CE for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and general. \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit \nPresenter: \nDr. Heather Koroma has been a licensed general dentist and correctional health professional for more than seven years. Before returning to private practice recently\, she oversaw the oral health of patients at the Dallas County Jail\, the second-largest jail in Texas\, and at the South Louisiana Ice Processing Center in Basile\, Louisiana. In 2024\, she was honored with the Young Professional of the Year Award by the NCCHC\, recognizing her ongoing advocacy for oral health among vulnerable populations in her community. \nLearn more/Register
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-dental-emergencies-in-correctional-settings/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20240924T145936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191149Z
UID:5340-1752912000-1753117200@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Correctional Mental Health Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:Two days of updates and best practices for correctional mental health care issues: juvenile\, substance abuse\, suicide prevention\, trauma\, self-care\, and more. Plus the opportunity to take the CCHP and specialty exams on-site. Join us in San Francisco for a focused event for mental health leaders\, clinicians\, and administrators. \nJuly 19 – Preconference seminars and the CCHP exam \nJuly 20-21 Conference \nDownload the exhibitor and sponsorship prospectus. \nVisit our website. \n  \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/correctional-mental-health-care-conference-2025/
LOCATION:San Francisco\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250327T211802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155424Z
UID:5910-1751882400-1751902200@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:On-Demand Virtual Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care 2025
DESCRIPTION:26 sessions and 27 hours of CE\, covering all aspects of correctional health care are available on-demand through July 7.  \nRegister/Learn more
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/virtual-spring-conference-on-correctional-health-care-3/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250602T164325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T164738Z
UID:6080-1750154400-1750158000@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Raising the Bar: Improving Safety and Efficacy of Pharmacotherapy
DESCRIPTION:Providing quality medical care is a top priority in both community and correctional settings. However\, in correctional environments\, this goal is often complicated by frequent patient transfers between facilities\, challenges with medication adherence\, and the use of high-risk medications. This presentation will explore common scenarios related to transitions of care\, medication safety\, and adherence issues within the correctional system. Using real-world examples and patient case studies\, we will highlight practical strategies to improve continuity of care and reduce medication-related risks in this complex and dynamic setting. \nPresenter: \nDr. Chris Bender\, PharmD\, is a clinical pharmacist at Diamond Pharmacy\, certified in ambulatory care pharmacy. He provides consultation and educational services to long-term care and correctional customers through Diamond Pharmacy’s Office of Pharmacy Therapeutics and Integrated Clinical Services. He also provides chronic care clinic consultation\, provides formulary management\, and formulates cost-effective treatment strategies\, as well as compiling and disseminating clinical information to providers\, nurses\, and staff. \n1.00 hours of CE for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and general. \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit \nLearn more/Register
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-raising-the-bar-improving-safety-and-efficacy-of-pharmacotherapy/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250609T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250507T162118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T191003Z
UID:5938-1749466800-1749470400@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Closing the Gap: Rapid Testing for Syphilis\, HIV & HCV in Correctional Settings
DESCRIPTION:Correctional settings present a critical opportunity for public health intervention\, especially given the high prevalence and co-infection rates of syphilis\, HIV\, and HCV among justice-involved populations. This webinar will explore the benefits of implementing rapid point-of-care testing in jails and other short-term facilities\, including timely diagnosis\, immediate linkage to care\, and reduced disease transmission. Attendees will review the public health implications of missed testing opportunities and learn how POC testing supports both individual and community health. The session will also highlight practical strategies and available resources for launching rapid testing programs\, as well as the importance of collaboration among correctional health care providers\, facility staff\, and community partners to ensure successful implementation and follow-up. \n$0 fee – registration required. Registration includes access to the PPT slide presentation\, webinar recording\, and CE credit – 1.00 hour for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, CCHP\, and general certificates. \nMade possible by an educational grant from OraSure Technologies\, Inc. \nRegister Now
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/free-webinar-closing-the-gap-rapid-testing-for-syphilis-hiv-hcv-in-correctional-settings/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250529T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250425T151244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T152133Z
UID:5963-1748512800-1748516400@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Diagnosing and Supporting People with Autism in Adult and Juvenile Facilities
DESCRIPTION:Autism diagnoses have surged in the general population\, now affecting 1 in 31 children. This trend is mirrored in correctional settings\, where an estimated 18% of incarcerated individuals are diagnosed with autism. Despite its prevalence\, autism often goes unrecognized in these environments\, leading to significant distress and functional challenges for affected individuals\, as well as disruptions within housing units and across facilities. As a disorder\, autism is not well understood among custody staff and some clinicians. This presentation will offer a clinical and neuroscience-based overview of autism to help correctional health professionals and administrators better recognize\, manage\, and support individuals with autism in correctional settings. \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and CCHP. \nPresenters \nMelissa DeFilippis\, MD is an associate professor of Psychiatry and the Director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Division at the University of Texas Medical Branch\, in Galveston\, TX. She directs and supervises the department’s Developmental Disorders clinic\, assessing and treating patients with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. DeFilippis is a past president of the Texas Society of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and currently serves as UTMB’s Chief of Staff. She has multiple peer-reviewed publications on pediatric mood disorders and on autism spectrum disorder in children and adolescents\, and she has been invited to speak both nationally and internationally about treatment challenges in these patient populations. \nDavid Stephens\, PsyD is a Partner and Senior Expert with Falcon\, Inc. He has been the Dean of the School of Professional Psychology at University of the Rockies and is a member of the Academy of Neuroscience for Architecture. He also makes educational presentations at national and international conferences. Finally\, he is an active member on various corporate projects at both the state and county level\, and has worked on projects as diverse as reducing restrictive housing\, designing jails for large and small metropolitan counties\, and studying the behavioral programs of various state and county jurisdictions. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-diagnosing-and-supporting-people-with-autism-in-adult-and-juvenile-facilities/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250206T214733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T214820Z
UID:5644-1747468800-1747497600@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Free NCCHC Sessions at AJA 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Help your custody colleagues understand the requirements for correctional health care and the benefits to staff and incarcerated of a a well-run\, safe\, accredited health care program. \nNCCHC will offer three free sessions on May 17 as part of Partnership Saturday from 8 am – 12 pm.  Sessions include: \n\nAccreditation: Setting Standards for Medical and Mental Health Care in American Jails\nInterdisciplinary Leadership and Collaboration: Improving Jail Operations and Reducing Adverse Medical Events\nThe Impact of Jails on Public Health Systems\n\nThese three sessions provide 3 CE hours for CCHP recertification. \nRegister for Partnership Saturday when you register for the AJA Conference. \nPLUS\, NCCHC will offer the CCHP Exam from 2 pm – 4 pm. Conference registration is not required. There is no charge to take the exam\, but you must apply by April 24.  Find out more about becoming a Certified Correctional Health Professional at: \nncchc.org/cchp. \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/ncchc-at-aja-2/
LOCATION:Fort Worth\, Texas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250326T180237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T211552Z
UID:5914-1745920800-1745924400@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinar: Measles - Public Health Preparedness in Carceral Settings
DESCRIPTION:Carceral spaces should take note of the worldwide spread of measles. Measles is one of the most contagious infectious diseases—even more infectious then COVID-19. Several lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and influenza pandemics before that can be applied to measles mitigation strategies. There are also unique public health challenges of measles prevention and response in prisons\, jails\, and detention centers. This presentation will review important details about measles\, including structural factors that heighten outbreak risks in carceral environments and evidence-based strategies for prevention including vaccination. Get specific actions to prepare for measles in your facility or agency. \n$0 fee – registration required. Registration includes access to the PPT slide presentation\, webinar recording\, and CE credit – 1.00 hour for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, CCHP\, and general certificates. \nRegister Now 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/free-webinar-measles-public-health-preparedness-in-carceral-settings-2/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20240924T151709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T214541Z
UID:5342-1743840000-1744131600@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care
DESCRIPTION:Schedule of Events: \nSaturday\, April 5 – Preconference seminars \nSunday\, April 6 – Preconference seminars\, CCHP exams\, Exhibit hall opening reception \nMonday -Tuesday\, April 7-8 – Conference Sessions\, Exhibit Hall \nVisit the event site. \nSponsorship and exhibit information now available (.pdf) \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/spring-conference-on-correctional-health-care-2025/
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250228T165357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T170749Z
UID:5721-1742992200-1742995800@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: A Landmark Study on NCCHC Accreditation
DESCRIPTION:A groundbreaking randomized trial conducted across 44 U.S. jails by Marcella Alsan\, PhD\, MD\, of the Harvard Kennedy School\, and Crystal Yang\, PhD\, JD\, of Harvard Law School\, finds that NCCHC accreditation significantly improves compliance with health care standards\, reduces mortality\, and lowers recidivism rates. In this webinar\, Dr. Alsan and Dr. Yang will discuss their methodology\, feedback from the jails in the study\, and their findings. The authors conclude that NCCHC accreditation is a very cost-effective intervention\, generating benefits that far outweigh the costs of the program. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDiscuss the legal and medical landscape for U.S. jails regarding correctional health care\nDescribe the study’s research protocols\nExplain the main study findings on standards and health outcomes\n\nThis webinar is free. Registration includes access to the PPT slide presentation\, webinar recording\, and CE credit – 1.00 CE hour for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and CCHP. \nRegister Now
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-study-ncchc-accreditation/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20241202T225225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T212337Z
UID:5548-1740564000-1740668400@ncchc.org
SUMMARY:AJA NCCHC Managing Mental Health & the Legal Landscape in Jails Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Discover the urgent challenges in both mental health care and legal compliance in jails\, and how each area independently—and together—impacts the quality\, cost\, and safety of correctional settings. This conference is built for correctional professionals who know that poor mental health services and legal missteps are costly\, leading to grievances\, lawsuits\, inefficiencies\, and reputational damage. \nLearn More
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/aja-ncchc-jail-conference/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T111919
CREATED:20250115T163517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T220410Z
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SUMMARY:Online Series: Achieving Success as a Correctional Nurse Manager
DESCRIPTION:The NCCHC Nurse Advisory Council has developed an engaging five-part series to empower and elevate correctional nurse managers. Led by seasoned correctional nursing experts\, this dynamic series is tailored for novice nurse managers and ambitious staff nurses aspiring to step into leadership roles. Each session dives into essential concepts and skills\, providing invaluable tools to thrive as a successful nurse manager. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights\, build confidence\, and take your career to the next level! \nTopics will include: \n\nLeadership and management\nHuman resources skills\, including strategies for effective recruitment and retention\, performance enhancement\, and staff development\nKey organizational elements of the intake process\, the initial health assessment\, nurse sick call\, chronic disease management\, medication management\, infirmary care\, ancillary services\, and emergency care\nImplementation\, oversight\, and monitoring of these critical service areas\n\nSession 1: Leadership and Management\nLive Session: Wednesday\, 2/5/2025 at 1-2pm CT\nPresenter: Mary Muse\, MS\, RN\, CCHP-RN\, CCHP-A\, Muse & Associates \nSession 2: Human Resources\nLive Session: Wednesday\, 2/12/2025 at 1-2pm CT\nPresenter: Rebecca Pinney\, MSN\, CCHP-RN\, CCHP-A\, Pinney Consulting Company \nSession 3: Clinical Processes: Organizational Elements\, Implementation\, and Monitoring (Part 1)\nLive Session: Wednesday\, 2/19/2025 at 1-2pm CT\nOn-Demand Access: Expires 12/31/2026\nPresenter: Lori Roscoe\, DNP\, PhD\, APRN\, CCHP-RN\, Correctional HealthCare Consultants \nSession 4: Critical Processes: Organizational Elements\, Implementation\, and Monitoring (Part 2)\nLive Session: Wednesday\, 3/5/2025 at 1-2pm CT\nPresenter: Denise Rahaman\, MBA\, RN\, CCHP-RN\, CCHP-A\, CFG Health \nSession 5: Series Wrap-Up\nLive Session: Wednesday\, 3/12/2025 at 1-2pm CT \nCE Credit:\n1.0 hour for each for a total of 5 CE hours for ACCME/AMA\, ANCC\, APA and CCHP \nRegister Now! \nOn-demand access available through 12/31/26
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/online-series-2025-correctional-nurse-manager/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ethics\, Morality\, and Accountability Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar defines and explores some of the ethical and moral challenges unique to correctional health care. The presentation will address how personal and systemic decision-making and accountability impact professionals’ commitment to ethical codes\, examining moral dilemmas and the origins of moral injury. The session aims to equip correctional health care professionals with strategies to strengthen ethical decision-making\, build resilience\, and enhance moral courage in the face of institutional and personal challenges. \n$69 ($59 for CCHPs)\, includes access to the power point presentation\, the webinar recording and CE credit – 1.00 hours for ACCME\, ANCC\, APA\, and CCHP. \nPresenter \nStephanie Gangemi\, PhD\, LCSW\, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs\, College of Public Service and a licensed clinical social worker in Colorado. Dr. Gangemi brings over 14 years of social work practice and academic teaching experience. She has over a decade of experience in correctional mental health practicing at Riker’s Island as well as serving as the Director of Mental Health at the El Paso County Jail. Dr. Gangemi’s clinical practice has included work with incarcerated people with severe and persistent mental illness\, the assessment\, diagnosis\, and treatment of personality disorders\, as well as suicide prevention. Her research is on the training and experiences of the correctional health care workforce. Dr. Gangemi became a UCCS Daniel’s Ethics Fellow in 2021 with a focus on enhancing ethics training for mental health professionals through simulation-based learning and she was the 2018 first-place winner of the international Seidenberg Paper Prize on proposed solutions to issues between guards and inmates. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://ncchc.org/event/webinar-ethics-morality-and-accountability-webinar/
LOCATION:online
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