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 facilities, but there must be policies and procedures (and common practices)…
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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. Understanding the common types of rashes seen in the correctional environment is very important for effective…
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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 to update the presentation, I decided to share some…
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