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Apr 29, 2022

New Members Continue to Strengthen NCCHC Board

NCCHC welcomes three new members to its multidisciplinary board of representatives.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Oct 16, 2024

CCHP Program Awards 560 Certifications in 2024

In 2024, every specialty category tied or surpassed the number certified in 2023.
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Oct 16, 2024

Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence: The CCHP-A Certification Marks Three Decades of Leadership in Correctional Health Care

Thirty years ago, the Certified Correctional Health Professional-Advanced (CCHP-A) certification was introduced, establishing a new standard for excellence in correctional health care. Since then,
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Oct 11, 2024

Challenges Facing Jails Today – and Tomorrow: Findings From an NCCHC Resources Survey of Jail Leaders

By Claire Wolfe MPH, MA, CCHP, and Fred Meyer, MA, CJM, CCHP, NCCHC Resources
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Oct 1, 2024

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Contribute to a great cause and bring home terrific prizes.
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Sep 30, 2024

Thoughts on Reentry and the Continuum of Care

We must prioritize access to services and opportunities for our patients upon reentry.
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Sep 30, 2024

Denise Hinkle, CPA, Named as New Director of NCCHC Resources Project Management Office

Ms. Hinkle is an inactive certified public accountant and multidisciplinary consultant with extensive experience in accounting, project management, business advisory, executive leadership, and business