NCCHC welcomes three new members to its multidisciplinary board of representatives.
Apr 28, 2022
Abuse of Incarcerated People Position Statement Updated
Correctional health professionals have a fundamental duty to the clinical care, physical safety, and psychological wellness of their patients. NCCHC has revised its position
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q & A: Is a Grievance Log Required?
Q: Is a log necessary for tracking grievances? It is not in the compliance indicators for the grievance process standard, but it is something we
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q and A: Scope of Practice with Patient Care Needs
Q: I work in a jail and am trying to find guidance on what credential a jail nurse needs to have. Does the nurse have
Apr 25, 2022
Standards Q & A: The Importance of Refusal Forms
Q: If we document a patient’s refusal to a treatment or medication offered in the patient’s health record, why do we also need to include
Apr 25, 2022
Good for Everyone: Interventions to Maintain Mental Health During COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected staff and residents of correctional facilities, and the impact goes beyond physical health. Protecting the community has required
Feb 23, 2026
NCCHC 2025 Annual Report: Raising the Standards
Read the 2025 annual report to learn all the ways NCCHC raised the bar.
Feb 20, 2026
You’re Invited: Big Easy Jazz Night
Step into an unforgettable night of music, flavor, and purpose at Rosy’s Jazz Hall — one of New Orleans’ most unique live-music venues, featuring
Feb 13, 2026
Virtual Conference on Saving Lives and Avoiding Adverse Events Starts February 25
Up to 14 hours of CE, convenient and cost-effective.
Feb 9, 2026
Awareness Shapes the Future: Seeing the Bigger Picture in Correctional Health Care
Awareness is the first step toward change—and in correctional health care, it has the power to shape the future of our workforce, our patients,
Feb 5, 2026
National Sheriffs’ Association Affirms Commitment to Women’s Health Care in Jails
NCCHC is pleased to work cooperatively with NSA on these critical issues.
Jan 29, 2026
Telehealth in Corrections: New Guidance for Expanding Access, Ethically and Effectively
New position statement calls for telehealth that bolsters equity in access and quality.
