There shall be sufficient equipment, material, space, and supplies for the performance of health care services in a confidential manner. The jail shall have policies and procedures for inmate health care, including the following components:
- (1) The sheriff shall provide or secure necessary medical and mental health treatment and emergency dental care for inmates in custody.
- (2) Nursing care shall be provided in accordance with the standards of practice established by the board of nursing, ch. N 6.
- (3) Health care staff shall be in compliance with state and federal licensure certification and registration. Verification of compliance shall be maintained at the facility.
- (4) Medical records shall be kept separate from other records and shall be maintained in a confidential manner in accordance with ss. 146.81 to 146.83, Stats., and any other applicable state or federal laws.
- (5) If an inmate dies or becomes acutely ill while in custody, the next of kin shall be notified as soon as possible.
- (6) Officers shall receive documented annual training on health care policies and procedures, medications, and health screening at the time of admission.
History
History: CR 13-038: cr. Register August 2014 No. 704, eff. 9-1-14.