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
May 15, 2023
Portal Open for Seven Scholarships for the National Conference on Correctional Health Care
The deadline is June 12 for completed applications.
May 15, 2023
Improve Nurse Retention Through Positive Leadership
Positivity is exactly what nurse leaders need to attract and retain good employees.
May 12, 2023
CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidance Documents
Intake testing in corrections has changed to an enhanced prevention strategy.
May 11, 2023
Nominations Open for Annual NCCHC Awards
Submit yourself or a peer for an award. Deadline June 1.
May 5, 2023
Read the April Journal of Correctional Health Care in Digital Format
The April issue of the Journal of Correctional Health Care is available online at no charge. The issue includes eight articles, including topics such
