I was recently asked to validate that I was a "guest" in the correctional facility, and as such, no matter what, security had the final say in nursing practice. I did not agree. The integration of healthcare and security is vitally important to the provision of healthcare in correctional ... Read More about Correctional Nursing and Collaboration with Our Correctional Colleagues
The Correctional Nurse
Correctional Nurse Clinical Update: Common Skin Conditions for the Correctional Nurse
Correctional facilities, due to their unique environment and population density, often see a higher incidence of certain skin conditions, including rashes. These rashes can be caused by a variety of factors such as poor hygiene, close living quarters, and limited access to medical care. ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Clinical Update: Common Skin Conditions for the Correctional Nurse
Correctional Nurse Professional Practice Update: How to Achieve Success as a Correctional Nurse Manager
Almost four years ago the Nurse Advisory Council of the NCCHC, of which I am Co-Chair, presented a four part webinar series entitled Achieving Success as a Correctional Nurse Manager. It was very well-attended and received, and we have been asked to present it again in early 2025. In doing research ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Professional Practice Update: How to Achieve Success as a Correctional Nurse Manager
Correctional Nurse Challenge: Monitoring Medication Effects
A 32-year-old newly transferred patient tells the medication nurse he sees blood in his urine. The nurse asked him to submit a sick call slip. Ten days later he is taken to the emergency room with flank pain and hematuria, having not yet been seen in sick call. A review of his chart indicated he was ... Read More about Correctional Nurse Challenge: Monitoring Medication Effects
Four Ways Your Patient Can Help You Avoid A Medication Error
A well-informed patient can be a great assistance in reducing medication error. The more patients understand about the medications they are prescribed, the better they can assist with monitoring treatment practices and questioning when unfamiliar medication is offered. Here are four ways to engage ... Read More about Four Ways Your Patient Can Help You Avoid A Medication Error