Hello, my name is Jessica and this is Jeff, and we will be your nurses for today

Violence in Nursing

This isn't just a conversation; it's a call to action. Jeff and Jessica will empower listeners to become part of the solution and help create a safer environment for our nurses. Citations: Mackey, R. (2025, February 19). Man arrested after attacking nurse at Palm Beach Hospital, deputies say. WPLG. https://www.local10.com/news/local/2025/02/19/man-arrested-after-attacking-nurse-at-palm-beach-hospital-deputies-say/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIopzFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHY0KlrYMFKbESj5aTxg9leOSbXOvznrndgTfm07KdQxiJp4qklpExPst_A_aem_-LhV1qSG1hVhS1L8-zEZXQ MSN. (n.d.). https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/911-calls-chaos-panic-hospital-florida-palms-west-nurse/ar-AA1zy02R?apiversion=v2&noservercache=1&domshim=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1&batchservertelemetry=1&noservertelemetry=1 Speakman, K. (2025, February 22). Hospital patient charged with attempted murder after allegedly breaking “every bone” in Nurse’s face during attack. People.com. https://people.com/hospital-patient-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-allegedly-breaking-every-bone-in-nurse-s-face-11684696

Nursing Expectations vs Realities

Join hosts Jeff and Jessica as they pull back the curtain on the nursing profession, exploring the often-surprising gap between expectations and reality. From the overwhelming amount of paperwork and the pressure to know everything, to the emotional toll of end-of-life care and the physical demands of the job, Jeff and Jessica share their experiences and insights. They tackle tough topics like time management, the value of different nursing degrees, and the challenges of advocating for patients. Whether you're a seasoned nurse, a student, or just curious about the field, this podcast offers a candid and relatable look at what it really takes to be a nurse. New episodes every other week. Find us on Instagram @J.Chamberspodcast and Facebook @SoYouReallyWantToBeANurse.

Hello, my name is Jessica and this is Jeff, and we will be your nurses for today

This first episode of the "So You REALLY Want to Be a Nurse?" podcast introduces hosts Jessica and Jeffrey, both experienced nurses, and explores their personal journeys into the nursing field. They share their backgrounds, discussing their initial inspirations for becoming nurses (from a psych hospital experience to a father's illness and even Parks and Rec!). They aim to provide an honest perspective on the realities of nursing, contrasting expectations with the actual experiences of nurses, and encourage listeners to share their own nursing inspiration stories and surprises with them.