Medical

The facility is contracted with Vital Core that has licensed staff: Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), Mental Health Coordinator, Mental Health Counselor, and a Discharge Planner.

Sick Call

Healthcare services are available for every detainee by submitting a written sick call request which are then triaged within 24 hours. A Medical Provider and Tele psych are also available weekly.

Medications

Outside medications are not allowed unless approved by and authorized by the facility doctor under special circumstances. All medications are verified through local pharmacies. Vital Core has a prescription medication formulary that is followed. Substitutions will be made for medication not on the formulary.

HIPAA

Due to HIPPA, the facility is not at liberty to discuss any of the detainee’s medical information. The facility appreciates health information that can be shared, but the facility will not divulge any personal health information without consent.

Prescribed Medications

The facility does use a formulary list that is used for prescribed medications. Some examples of medications not allowed into the facility are Amphetamine Salts (Adderall), Methadone, Suboxone, controlled substances, or psycho stimulants. Hypnotics will not be given to induce sleep.