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“Dance like no one is watching. Chart like it may one day be read in a deposition.” For the new year, commit to following best nursing documentation practices! Learn more.
Commit to following best nursing documentation practices in the new year.
Richard Forbus, CCHP, has joined NCCHC as vice president of program development. In this role, he will work with correctional facilities to optimize their health care services through NCCHC’s quality programs and services. Forbus is an inspiring leader with more 25 years of experience in corrections, most recently as corrections captain with one of the largest jail systems in the country. https://bit.ly/3Wk4baw
NCCHC welcomes two senior staff members to key positions within the organization.
The NCCHC Foundation is thrilled to introduce our new executive director, Susan Schultze. She brings to the role more than 20 years of experience with prominent national and local nonprofits, and is ready to help strengthen the Foundation's mission: to champion the correctional health care field and serve the public by supporting research, professional education, scholarships, and patient reentry. https://bit.ly/3Wk4baw
The 2022 edition of NCCHC’s Standards for Health Services in Juvenile Detention and Confinement Facilities is now available. The task force, which included physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health experts from around the nation, worked for more than 18 months on this update to the 2015 Juvenile Standards. The revision brings the Juvenile Standards up to date with the best practices for evidence-based care of youths, plus into alignment with NCCHC’s 2018 Standards for Health Services in jails and prisons.
The 2022 edition of NCCHC's Standards for Health Services in Juvenile Detention and Confinement Facilities is now available. The task force, which included physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health ... NCCHC Releases New Edition of Stan...
Jay Cowan, MD, Wellpath’s statewide medical director for the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, has joined the NCCHC board of representatives as the National Medical Association liaison.
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Jay Cowan, MD, is the new National Medical Association liaison to the NCCHC board.
Call for proposals - Correctional Mental Health Care Conference, July 15-16 in Washington DC. Share your expertise, raise the quality of mental health care for incarcerated patients. Topics include anti-racism interventions, brain injury, ethics, gender dysphoria, opioids and MAT, PTSD, serious mental illness, staff self-care and burnout, su***de prevention, and trauma-responsive care. Deadline Feb 3. https://www.ncchc.org/education-events/mh23-call-for-proposals/
Let’s focus on being mindful and look out for ourselves and each other as we move into a healthy, safe, and prosperous 2023!
As the end of the year draws near, I’d like to take a moment to thank all the hard-working custody and medical professionals putting forth their best efforts each day … Emotional Health in Corrections Read More »
In response to growing enthusiasm for the CCHP program in Puerto Rico, NCCHC representatives traveled to the island to provide training on the NCCHC standards and administer the CCHP exam – en español.
NCCHC reps traveled to Puerto Rico to provide training and administer the CCHP exam.
"It is imperative we invest in recovery and rehabilitation and pave the road to improved patient outcomes. As my coworker has reminded me, a positive attitude can really ease the way along that road": Pamela Mangine, BSN, RN, CCHP-RN https://bit.ly/3XS6OCb
A positive attitude can be infectious.
A tale from the Prison Journalism Project: 'Someone made an announcement in the dorm, “This year we will do a special dorm-wide Thanksgiving meal.”' https://bit.ly/3ET2OJW
Dislodged from our brethren in society, deficient of togetherness, devoid of love, our hearts call us to dream bold. Our collective soul cries out for more. We yearn to feel fully human again, if only for a day. We choose to commemorate these sentiments on Thanksgiving.
The 2022 edition of NCCHC’s Standards for Health Services in Juvenile Detention and Confinement Facilities is now available. The task force, which included physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health experts from around the nation, worked for more than 18 months on this update to the 2015 Juvenile Standards. The revision brings the Juvenile Standards up to date with the best practices for evidence-based care of youths, plus into alignment with NCCHC’s 2018 Standards for Health Services in jails and prisons.
The 2022 edition of NCCHC's Standards for Health Services in Juvenile Detention and Confinement Facilities is now available. The task force, which included physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and mental health ... NCCHC Releases New Edition of Stan...
On Giving Tuesday, support the future of correctional health care with a donation (of any size!) to the NCCHC Foundation. This year, the Foundation has supported 50+ scholarships to NCCHC’s in-person and virtual conferences. It is inspiring to see the applicants’ dedication, care and hope. One scholarship winner’s application said “Seeing justice-involved persons make progress toward their recovery with mental health, substance abuse, and trauma breathes life into my profession. I value this as a core tenet of my profession.” Donate now at https://www.ncchcfoundation.org/donate-now/
Support students and early career professionals with a donation to the NCCHC Foundation.
On Giving Tuesday, support the future of correctional health care with a donation (of any size!) to the NCCHC Foundation. This year, the Foundation has supported 50+ scholarships to NCCHC's in-person and virtual conferences. Winners came from large and small jails and prisons and schools across the United States and represented students, mental health professionals, nurses, and other correctional health care professionals.
It is inspiring to see the applicants' dedication, care and hope. One scholarship winner's application said "Seeing justice-involved persons make progress toward their recovery with mental health, substance abuse, and trauma breathes life into my profession. I value this as a core tenet of my profession."
Donate Now at https://www.ncchcfoundation.org/donate-now/
Q: Are the RHA and the facility administrator the same person? Find the answer. https://bit.ly/3tFJ9GX
Are the RHA and the facility administrator the same person? Find the answer.
Call for proposals - Correctional Mental Health Care Conference, July 15-16 in Washington DC. Share your expertise, raise the quality of mental health care for incarcerated patients. Topics include anti-racism interventions, brain injury, ethics, gender dysphoria, opioids and MAT, PTSD, serious mental illness, staff self-care and burnout, su***de prevention, and trauma-responsive care. Deadline Feb 3. https://www.ncchc.org/education-events/mh23-call-for-proposals/
Q: We have a restricted housing unit that allows individuals to leave their cells but only to interact with others who share their segregation status and are in their specific housing unit. Are they considered segregated? Find the answer. https://bit.ly/3fYoNWo
We have a restricted housing unit that allows individuals to leave their cells but only to interact with others who share their segregation status and are in their specific housing unit. Are they considered segregated?
Justice-involved veterans, like so many others, sometimes need a second chance. The latest NIC publication, "Veterans Reentry Programming: Supporting Transition to Civilian Life Across the Sequential Intercept Model," highlights what’s working in reentry programming for veterans throughout the country.
They were veterans before they were incarcerated individuals. That is the sentiment and approach to veterans reentry of Sharon Kirkpatrick, member of the Washington Women Veterans Advisory Committee. Upon meeting with a veteran for the first time, she begins by acknowledging their military service,....
Q: I am a new HSA and am trying to find where the NCCHC standards are addressed in my policies and procedures. Is there an easy way to keep track of this? Is it OK that my policies are not numbered the same as the NCCHC standards manual? Find the answer. https://bit.ly/3zXNrgC
Is it OK if policies are not numbered the same as the NCCHC standards?
Meet our new board chair, Dr. Pauline Marcussen!
Dr. Pauline Marcussen is a veteran health information management professional and an advocate...
NCCHC’s annual awards were presented October 24 during the opening ceremony of the National Conference on Correctional Health Care in Las Vegas.
The Wisconsin Resource Center was named the R. Scott Chavez Facility of the Year.
The Colorado Department of Youth Services was selected for its Behavioral Health Services & Programming for Program of the Year.
The Bernard P. Harrison Award of Merit was presented to B. Sue Medley-Lane, RN, CCHP-A, corporate infection prevention and control director for Centurion Health.
The B. Jaye Anno Award of Excellence in Communication was given to Jaime Shimkus, CCHP, who recently retired from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care after 20 years as editor and vice president of communications.
Melissa Caldwell, PhD, MA, CCHP-MH, CCHP-A, is the recipient of the newest award, the Edward A. Harrison Award of Excellence in Correctional Health Care Leadership.
Clinical psychologist Ashley Bujalski, PsyD, MA, CCHP, mental health director at Mercer County Correction Center in New Jersey, received the Young Professional Award.
Paulette Finander, MD, MBA, CCHP-P, was named the Surveyor of the Year for
outstanding service and dedication to NCCHC’s accreditation program.
NCCHC's annual awards pay tribute to leaders and innovators who have enriched the field.
NCCHC Faces from Sunday at the National Conference
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. Pre-registration ends October 14. Save up to $25 and guarantee your spot. The conference will feature more than 100 sessions on medical care, mental health care, substance abuse disorder treatment, su***de prevention, nursing, and other critical topics. www.ncchc.org/national-conference
Read about NCCHC's newly updated position statement on Eliminating Financial Assessments for Health Care Services During Incarceration in this blog post by Alison O Jordan, CCHP, MSW, LCSW.
Revisions stress opposition to copays and fees during incarceration.
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. Pre-registration ends October 14. Save up to $25 and guarantee your spot. The conference will feature more than 100 sessions on medical care, mental health care, substance abuse disorder treatment, su***de prevention, nursing, and other critical topics. www.ncchc.org/national-conference
NCCHC Salutes YesCare for the YesCare CCHP Certification Challenge, which ultimately resulted in 40 new CCHPs, 3 CCHP-RNs, and 1 CCHP-P. The Challenge awarded a $500 bonus to any employee who earned their CCHP or specialty CCHP.
In August and September this year, YesCare created the YesCare CCHP Certification Challenge, which ultimately resulted in 40 new CCHPs, 3 CCHP-RNs, and 1 CCHP-P. The Challenge awarded a $500 ... YesCare CCHP Contest Gives Patients A Big Win Read More »
“Excited delirium” is a controversial, unscientific term sometimes used to describe a highly agitated person displaying aggressive behavior and physical strength. We feel the term is dehumanizing, connotes racial stereotypes, may evoke the use of extreme, potentially lethal force, and should not be used in correctional health care.
By Kevin Fiscella, MD, MPH, and Debra A. Pinals, MD
NCCHC is accepting applications from constituents who are interested in serving on one or more of the organization’s important committees. Successful candidates must be certified correctional health professionals (CCHPs). The committees listed below have openings for up to three people.
“We are excited to open the door to new perspectives and backgrounds,” says NCCHC CEO Deborah Ross, CCHP. “Our committees are critical to helping us achieve our mission of improving quality in correctional health care. Now more than ever, diverse views are so important.”
NCCHC is accepting applications from CCHPs who are interested in committee service.
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will feature more than 100 sessions on medical care, mental health care, substance abuse disorder treatment, su***de prevention, nursing, and other critical topics. Take advantage of early bird discounts before September 23.
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will … NCCHC National Conference Brings the Field Together in October Read More »
We can make a difference in in-custody su***des. Risks can be reduced through interdisciplinary teamwork, critical self-analysis, and a proactive approach to prevention in detention and correctional facilities. Notes from a recent visit to a large urban jail:
- Mental health and custody staff engaged with each other and open to questions
- Complete su***de prevention training records
- Weekly line-level interdisciplinary meetings
- Weekly meetings for senior administrators from mental health and custody
- Risk-reduction infrastructure changes, including adding more privacy for medical and mental health interviews. This upgrade increases the likelihood that individuals will be more forthcoming in screening interviews.
- Installation of several su***de-resistant cells and air conditioning vents and additional mirrors to eliminate blind spots
- Strategic relocation of staff in the dayroom to increase interaction with incarcerated individuals
With these changes, they have already experienced fewer completed su***des and more can be done.
By Fred W. Meyer, MA, CJM, CCHPManaging Director, NCCHC Resources Working with a team of NCCHC Resources consultants, I recently completed an analysis for su***de prevention at a large urban … Su***de Prevention: Interdisciplinary Teamwork, Critical Evaluation, and Risk Reduction Read More »
NCCHC recently joined 166 national organizations in signing a letter to Senate leadership in support of increased access to buprenorphine, a safe, effective, lifesaving medication to treat opioid use disorder. https://bit.ly/3d4YkVA
September is National Recovery Month, a time to support MOUD in jails.
Join juvenile correctional health experts Paula Braverman, MD, and Cara Leigh Wolf, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, for a webinar on STI Treatment Guidelines: Update on the 2021 Recommendations and Juvenile Considerations, Sept. 20 @ 10 am - 11:30 am CDT. 1.5 hours CE. Registration is now open.
https://bit.ly/3ACOT7I
Adolescents in juvenile corrections have among the highest rates of sexually transmitted infections. In 2021, the CDC published updated guidelines regarding treatment for STIs. This webinar will focus on important treatment updates for Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Trichomonas va**na...
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will feature more than 100 sessions on medical care, mental health care, substance abuse disorder treatment, su***de prevention, nursing, and other critical topics. Take advantage of early bird discounts before September 23.
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will … NCCHC National Conference Brings the Field Together in October Read More »
Read the latest issue of CorrectCare magazine, with articles on trauma-informed treatment, decompensation in segregation, nursing documentation, and more.
Correct Care® As the official voice of the preeminent organization in correctional health care, CorrectCare® is the most trusted and valuable magazine in this unique field. CorrectCare features news, articles, ... CorrectCare® Read More »
Very proud of the entire staff of the DuPage County Sheriff's office in their accreditation. Great commitment to health and quality care for the public and the incarcerated.
Centurion Health Director of Infection Control and Prevention Sue Lane, RN, CCHP-A, has been reelected and will serve a second term on the CCHP Board of Trustees. Ms. Lane was first elected in 2019. She has been a registered nurse for 47 years, and earned her CCHP in 2005 and her CCHP-A in 2018.
Her three-year term begins on October 23, 2022, and ends in 2025. As a member of the board of trustees, she is part of a critical committee responsible for all aspects of governing the CCHP program, including examination content, scoring and evaluation, as well as awarding of CCHP and specialty certifications to successful candidates.
In her candidate statement, Ms. Lane spoke of the need to teach and mentor those new to correctional health care so patients can receive appropriate care. She also highlighted that “it is important that we continue to be a voice for our special population, helping our health care system recognize and understand the challenges of providing care” in correctional settings. She noted “We are part of public health and work tirelessly to provide up-to-date information.”
After receiving news of her election, Ms. Lane stated, ”I want to thank all CCHPs for their support in my reelection. I am both honored and excited for this opportunity to continue serving on the Board of Trustees, developing the future of this important program, and advocating for our recognized specialty of correctional health care.”
Centurion Health Director of Infection Control and Prevention Sue Lane, RN, CCHP-A, will serve a second term on the CCHP Board of Trustees. Ms. Lane was first elected in 2019. … Sue Medley-Lane, RN, CCHP-A, Reelected to the CCHP Board of Trustees Read More »
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will feature more than 100 sessions on medical care, mental health care, substance abuse disorder treatment, su***de prevention, nursing, and other critical topics. Take advantage of early bird discounts before September 23.
The NCCHC National Conference on Correctional Health Care, the largest focused event in the field, will return to Las Vegas October 22-26 with education, networking, and exhibits. The conference will … NCCHC National Conference Brings the Field Together in October Read More »
Join juvenile correctional health experts Paula Braverman, MD, and Cara Leigh Wolf, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, for a webinar on STI Treatment Guidelines: Update on the 2021 Recommendations and Juvenile Considerations, Sept. 20 @ 10 am - 11:30 am CDT. 1.5 hours CE. Registration is now open.
https://bit.ly/3ACOT7I
Adolescents in juvenile corrections have among the highest rates of sexually transmitted infections. In 2021, the CDC published updated guidelines regarding treatment for STIs. This webinar will focus on important treatment updates for Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Trichomonas va**na...
Sheriff Karl Leonard on youth mental health: The time to make mental health a priority in this country, and this commonwealth, is way past due. We must address it head-on and with the resources…and revenue…to make a positive impact. We need to make this a priority. We need a more complete and accessible mental health system.
In 1989 Don Henley released his single “The End of Innocence.” The first verse goes like this: Remember when the days were longAnd rolled beneath a deep blue skyDidn’t have … The End of Innocence… Or Perhaps the End of Adolescence Read More »
NCCHC Governance Board recently adopted a new position statement on the topic of Trauma-Responsive Care for Youths in Correctional Facilities.
Many adolescents in custody have experienced trauma – community violence, domestic violence, violent victimization, neglect, sexual and emotional abuse, and traumatic loss. As a result, many are at severely increased risk of developing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other complications such as emotional, behavioral, and cognitive problems. The consequences of trauma in this population are severe, having been linked to academic failure, substance use disorders, juvenile recidivism, adult criminal justice system involvement, and even violent crime and suicidal behavior.
The NCCHC board adopted a new position statement on Trauma-Responsive Care for Youths.
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Physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and other health care employees who work in jails and prisons must contend with challenging patients, subordination to security priorities, and a suboptimal physical environment. Inability to overcome these obstacles results in high levels of stress and burnout. This article summarizes some of the findings and recommendations developed for a recently submitted research article. https://www.ncchc.org/blog/supporting-our-patients-supporting-ourselves
At this time of year, as we count our blessings and enter this season of gratitude, we hope you will consider the NCCHC Foundation for a charitable donation on Giving Tuesday, December 1. www.ncchcfoundation.org
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