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Aug 14, 2023

Perspectives from the Field

Commonalities across the country in operations and leadership issues

Jul 24, 2023

To Avoid the Risk of Lawsuits, Never Say Never

To prevent lawsuits, avoid referring to rules, mandates, and inflexible protocols.

Jul 11, 2023

Outstanding Second Quarter Shows Importance of CCHP Program

169 individuals earned their CCHPs in the second quarter, representing the best second quarter recorded.

Jul 10, 2023

NCCHC Updates Position Statement on Breastfeeding in Correctional Settings

NCCHC supports and recommends making accommodations for nursing individuals in custody,

Jul 7, 2023

Spring Conference Scholarship Winners Envision a Future in Correctional Health Care

Get inspired by the most recent NCCHC Foundation conference scholarship winners.

Jul 6, 2023

Todd Kramer Joins the CCHP-A Team

“I hope to inspire others on my team to pursue certification too.”

Oct 27, 2025

Leadership Development as a Clinical Quality Strategy in Correctional Health Care

Training is a necessary part of clinical quality and risk management.

Oct 27, 2025

New CCHP Count Hits Highest in Eight Years

In the third quarter of 2025, 136 dedicated professionals achieved the Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) credential—underscoring the growing commitment to excellence and professionalism

Oct 21, 2025

American Correctional Nurses Association Co-Founders To Receive DAISY Leadership Awards

Center for Correctional Nursing and The DAISY Foundation® will honor the co-founders of the American Correctional Nurses Association with DAISY Leadership Awards at the

Oct 17, 2025

NCCHC Journal Seeks Submissions on Sociostructural Determinants of Health

We seek contributions examine the institutional and environmental drivers of health outcomes, but also offer practical, scalable, or innovative responses

Oct 14, 2025

Shine a Light on What Matters Most

NCCHC will match donations up to $25K through Dec 31.