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Initial Health Assessment

WEBThis option involves performing an initial health assessment on 100% of incarcerated individuals as soon as possible, but no later than seven days (prisons and juvenile …

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URL: https://www.ncchc.org/spotlight-on-the-standards/initial-health-assessment/

Screening, Health Assessment, and Sick Call

WEBIf the request describes a clinical symptom, the individual must be seen in a face-to-face sick call encounter within 24 hours on weekdays and no longer than 72 hours on the …

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Women’s Health Care in Correctional settings (2020)

WEBNCCHC recognizes the need to view women as a special population and to provide appropriate treatment. The Standards for Health Services (the basis of NCCHC’s …

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Overview: Spring Conference on Correctional Health Care …

WEBAll programs are included in conference registration except for preconference sessions and the CCHP exam. Follow these links: Preconference …

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Standards Explained

WEBThe most authoritative resources for correctional health care services, the NCCHC Standards are continually updated to reflect the latest evidence and best practices in …

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Correctional Mental Health Care Conference 2024

WEBShare information, ask questions, and network at the Correctional Mental Health Care Conference. Latest updates on treating serious mental illness and more. Examples of …

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Journal of Correctional Health Care

WEBThe Journal of Correctional Health Care is the only national, peer-reviewed scientific journal to address correctional health care topics. Published quarterly under the direction of …

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Clinical Provider Certification

WEBThe CCHP–Clinical Provider credential recognizes expertise among physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants/associates practicing in the specialized field of …

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Mental Health Services

WEBMental Health Accreditation is a performance excellence framework that goes beyond the general health services standards. The mental health standards help facilities enhance …

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Professional Development

WEBStandard C-03 requires that qualified health care professionals participate annually in continuing education appropriate for their positions. Full-time qualified health care …

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Jail and Prison Standards

WEBStandards for Health Services in Jails/Prisons. Developed by leaders in the fields of health, mental health, law, and corrections, NCCHC’s nationally recognized Standards lay the …

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CDC Updates Respiratory Virus Guidance

WEBMar 1, 2024 CDC Updates Respiratory Virus Guidance. The new guidance Respiratory Virus Guidance (cdc.gov) is written from a broad perspective and focuses …

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Responsible Health Authority

WEBFrom CorrectCare Volume 36, Issue 2, Fall 2022. Our jail system has three facilities, and one of them is 40 miles away from the others. Standard A-02 requires that the …

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National Conference on Correctional Health Care 2024

WEBThe biggest and best educational and networking event in correctional health returns in person to Las Vegas. Network, connect, and learn with peers and experts from across …

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Correctional Health Care: Guidelines for the Management of …

WEBCORRECTIONAL HEALTH CARE Guidelines for the Management of an Adequate Delivery System 2001 Edition B.Jaye Anno,Ph.D.,CCHP-A December 2001

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Scholarships Available for CCHP Certification and Study Materials

WEBApr 23, 2024 Scholarships Available for CCHP Certification and Study Materials. The NCCHC Foundation has received a donation from Falcon Correctional …

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Transgender Healthcare in Correctional Settings

WEBCorrectional leaders and health care and custody staff have a responsibility to ensure the physical and mental health and well-being of people in their custody; therefore, health …

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