News
Read the latest news and events from CorrHealth and the correctional healthcare world.
A Safe, Positive Workplace
Millennial nurses make up one-third of the nursing workforce, according to a recent article on advisoryboard.com. They are natural multitaskers with...
Q&A with CMO, Dr. Longnecker
1. What is the most common thread you find among all nurses across all levels of experience? Nurses want REAL appreciation. Telling them they are...
Steffani Loyd, RN, Wichita County, TX
Steffani Loyd spent several years as a correctional officer before making the decision to become a nurse. She was thinking about moving into...
How Safe Is Correctional Nursing?
Without knowing all of the facts, correctional nursing and its environment may seem intimidating at first. Nurses and healthcare providers often...
Are There Too Many X-rays?
“It hurts” is not an indication for an X-ray (plain film imaging). In the correctional medicine environment, we hold ourselves to a higher standard....
Brandon Fennell, LVN, Wichita County, TX
We'd like to introduce Brandon Fennell, LVN, at the Wichita County, Texas facility. Brandon has been in healthcare since 2008. He began at North...
Gabapentin- The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
Due to its dissociative and euphoric effects, Gabapentin is a major drug of abuse, especially within correctional settings. So why not ban it...
CorrHealth named as Stevie Award “Great Employers” Finalist
We are delighted and humbled to share that we've been notified about our Finalist status by @TheStevieAwards in the 8th annual Stevie® Awards for...
Recent Posts
Meet Rachelle Washington: The Heart of Jefferson County’s Operations
Today, we shine a spotlight on Rachelle Washington, whose hard work and efforts at Jefferson County, Texas, have made an incredible impact on our team and the individuals we serve. As we introduce Rachelle to the broader CorrHealth family, we also take a moment to express our appreciation for her exceptional dedication.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Corrections: A Promising Approach
Developed by psychologist Steven C. Hayes and his colleagues, ACT is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy emphasizing mindfulness, values-based action, and psychological acceptance (Hayes et al., 2011). Unlike traditional CBT, which seeks to change the content of distressing thoughts, ACT aims to shift one’s relationship with these thoughts – encouraging awareness of the present moment and a willingness to experience painful cognitions without avoidance or struggle. ACT teaches us the skills to accept discomfort.
Delirium Tremens: DTs, the pink elephant in the room
Drink, drank, drunk. Everyone knows something about alcohol and its effects. Some of you may know it more intimately than others, but who am I to judge? A recent case of DT was brought to my attention, and I thought I would share some information on this uncommon and often misunderstood life-threatening condition.
Understanding the Importance of CCHP Certification at CorrHealth
At CorrHealth, we are deeply committed to providing the highest standards of healthcare within correctional facilities. A key component of this commitment is the Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) certification, which signifies mastery of the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare (NCCHC) standards. Our COO, Mike Dillman, shares insights into the importance of this certification and how it benefits both our team and our patients.
Introducing Jackson Valliant: CorrHealth’s New Senior Accountant
We are excited to welcome Jackson Valliant to the CorrHealth family as our new Senior Accountant. Jackson brings with him a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for accounting, making him a perfect fit for our team. Here’s a closer look at his journey, expertise, and what drives him both professionally and personally.
