Erin Foss

Clinical Subject Matter Expert, Addiction Medicine - Stratis Health

Erin Foss is a nationally recognized expert in addiction medicine and correctional healthcare, known for her practical, systems-level approach to supporting law enforcement and correctional agencies. As the former Assistant Director of Nursing for a large correctional care organization, Erin provided clinical and operational oversight to 49 county jails across the upper Midwest during the height of the COVID-19 crisis. Her dual role as a leader and frontline nurse gave her firsthand insight into staffing challenges, workflow inefficiencies, and the urgent need for sustainable solutions, especially in high-pressure environments. Erin has previously consulted with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, offering strategic guidance to correctional facilities across the country on implementing Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) programs. Alongside her passionate and dynamic team at Stratis Health, she led the development of MOUD planning and implementation tools for the Minnesota Sheriff’s Association and the Minnesota Office of Addiction and Recovery, helping agencies operationalize care models that prioritize safety, efficiency, and staff engagement. She continues to provide education and mentorship to rural healthcare and correctional teams throughout Minnesota. A Certified Addiction Registered Nurse (CARN) and Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), Erin serves on the Minnesota Governor’s Advisory workgroup for MOUD in Jails and has supported opioid initiatives through the Department of Human Services, including the Opioid Prescribing Improvement Program (OPIP). She co-facilitates one of the largest addiction medicine ECHO programs in North America and volunteers at Terebinth Refuge, a shelter for sexually exploited women, underscoring her commitment to justice-involved and vulnerable populations.

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