Addison was called to the holding area of the large city jail in which she worked to evaluate Mr. Jackson, a man who was just put into a restraint chair after banging his head against the concrete wall of his cell and refusing to follow the direction of the deputies. She arrived to find him secured ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Clinical Update: When the Restraint Chair is Used
The Correctional Nurse
Correctional Nurse Professional Practice Update: Guiding Principles for Correctional Nursing Practice
There are seven guiding principles for Correctional Nursing in the third edition of Correctional Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. These are based upon the previous tenets for Correctional Nurses. Knowledge of and adherence to these guidelines will enhance Correctional Nursing ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Professional Practice Update: Guiding Principles for Correctional Nursing Practice
Correctional Nurse Professional Update: Correctional Nursing Practice and Roles
This post is based upon the Correctional Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, third edition, published by the American Nurses Association. Correctional Nurses practice in an environment where healthcare is not the primary mission. We are most often the first point of contact for ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Professional Update: Correctional Nursing Practice and Roles
Correctional Nursing Professional Practice Update: Code of Ethics: Authority and Accountability for Nursing Practice
Our Nursing Code of Ethics includes a provision that nurses have authority, accountability, and responsibility for nursing practice; that they make decisions and take actions consistent with the obligation to promote health and to provide optimal care. Our discussion is based upon the latest ANA ... Read More about Correctional Nursing Professional Practice Update: Code of Ethics: Authority and Accountability for Nursing Practice
Prison Tattoos – What Nurses Need to Know
Tattoos have been a part of prison culture for some time. Prison tattoos are most often obtained to identify allegiance to a particular gang. Tattoos (called Tats or Ink) can also identify skills, specialties, or convictions. Tattooing is usually forbidden in the prison system, making it a daring ... Read More about Prison Tattoos – What Nurses Need to Know