Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Correctional Officers and Jailers

Correctional officers and jailers are responsible for overseeing individuals who are detained in correctional facilities such as prisons, jails, and detention centers. These individuals may be serving time as a result of a criminal conviction, or they may be awaiting trial.

In a healthcare setting, correctional officers and jailers may be responsible for ensuring that inmates receive necessary medical care and treatment. This may involve coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure that inmates receive appropriate care, monitoring inmates’ health status, and administering medication as directed by healthcare providers.

It is important for correctional officers and jailers working in a healthcare setting to be familiar with basic medical procedures and protocols, as well as with any specific healthcare needs of the inmates they are responsible for. They may also be required to handle emergencies and provide first aid as necessary.

Corrections professionals working in healthcare settings may also be responsible for managing the distribution of medication to inmates, which requires careful record-keeping and attention to detail. It is important for correctional officers and jailers in healthcare settings to be able to maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of inmates, as well as to follow all relevant laws and regulations related to the provision of healthcare in a correctional setting.