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
Sep 29, 2023
From the Field: The Opioid Crisis and Evolving Challenges in Jails and Prisons
Substances referred to in the community as “Tranq” and “Frankenstein” have increased the potency and dangers related to opioid abuse.
Sep 22, 2023
Digital Badges: A New Way to Share CCHP Pride
The CCHP program has launched a new digital “badge” option for all CCHPs.
Sep 15, 2023
A Brief History of Medical Records in Corrections
The most amazing part of working in an electronic environment is accessibility.
Sep 6, 2023
Fall Issue of CorrectCare Available
Download the new issue of CorrectCare.
Aug 28, 2023
Rosalind Franklin Society Announces Outstanding Research Award for the Journal Of Correctional Health Care
This annual award recognizes outstanding research and published work of women and underrepresented minority scientists, physicians, and engineers.
Aug 21, 2023
Standards Q&A: Acceptable Ways to Dispose of Controlled Medications Dropped on the Floor
What are acceptable ways for destruction of a controlled medication dose that is dropped?
