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Mental flealth Preliminary= creentrtg and Evaluation The NaphCare mental health program begins at intake with the screening processes, defined In Section 4.C.3, Intake Screening. Inmates will be screened for mental Illness at Intake according' toNCCH Cstandrrdd- E- OZReceivfngScreenrng Our method for conducting specific mental health screening and evaluations for newly admitted inmates follows NCCHCstrandord J -E-03, Mental Hearth Screening and evaluation. All of these screens become part of the inmate electronic medical record and are accessible at all times. Mental Health Referral Plait NaphCare will also operate a Mental Health Referral program for Inmates who did not present mental health issues In the initial screens but later develop or endorse them,. NaphCare wilt provide a rapid response to any need for all evaluation or mental health intervention. Inmates will be given Instructions during their receiving screen on how to request mental health services through the Sick Call process. They may also access mental health services by Self- referral through staff. In addition, correctional, medical, or mental health staff may refer an Inmate for services at.any time; if they see a need. Mental health staff will be available for on- call emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This includes mental health professionals and a psychiatric provider for after -hour emergencies. We will provide urgent evaluation of mental health crises to address housing; medications, monitoring, or possible outside referral. Once It is determin} d that an inmate needs the highest level of mental health intervention, Le. a psychiatrist, this referral will be made. The inmate will be seen in a timely fashion appropriate for their clinical situation, Psychiatric evaluations will be thorough and per armed in accordance with state, community and NCCIICstandards. Documentation of the assessmentwill su{ port the diagnosis, treatment„ and any confinement necessary for prevention of harm to self or others: NaphCare has a corporate level peer review process that routinely evaluates the quality and consistency of documentation of psychiatrists and inentai health professionals throughout our system. We have extensive policies and procedures in place to deal with mental heath issues, whether they are routine or critical. We will coordinate with facility leadership, when needed, for issues related to housing, monitoring, or other operational concerns. NaphCare operates a robust mental health train ing program for all healthcare and correctional staff, This will focus on many aspects of dealing with mental health inmates including: suicide prevention, mental health crisis interventions, and mental health referrals. Chronic Mental Health Care Inmates with chronic mental health care Issues will be enrolled In the Mental Health Chronic Care Clinic. This meets and/or exceeds NCCHC and ACAstandards formanitoring. Inmates are tracked within the system and this ensures they are seen at a minimum of every 90 days (more' often If clinically indicated). Individualized treatment plans are farmed and implemented. Suicide Pr°eventlan Plan NaphCare uses a Suicide Prevention Plan that Is consistent with NCCHC and ACAstandards at all facilities. Suicide prevention is a key component to any correctional mental health program, bur proactive approach has helped us to achieve a suicide rate that is far below the national average. we work closely with corrections stiff to maintain clear and consistent communication Inmate medical Services. Oily of Santa Aria. 25H -51 II No-14-034 48