More Than A Nurse: Real Stories, Honest Transitions & What Comes Next

In this episode of the More Than a Nurse podcast, I'm joined by Nurse Aghogho, whose journey into nursing began with a deeply personal loss that ultimately inspired her to create meaningful change in healthcare. After losing her husband to bowel cancer, Aghogho became determined to improve awareness, representation and patient experiences, particularly within the Black community. What followed was...

In this solo episode of the More Than A Nurse podcast, I share a message from a former colleague that stopped me in my tracks and reminded me exactly why I'm so passionate about helping nurses see the value of their skills beyond their current role. After taking some time away from work due to her physical and mental health, she realised something had to change. What followed wasn't about leaving...

In this episode of the More Than a Nurse podcast, I'm joined by Nurse Nzi for a lovely conversation about the opportunities that exist within nursing beyond traditional hospital roles. Originally studying law before transitioning into nursing, Nzi shares her unique career journey and how she discovered a passion for social care, community impact, education, writing, and consultancy. This conversat...

In this episode of the More Than a Nurse podcast, I’m joined by Sheena Johnson, a nurse with over 20 years of experience whose career journey proves that nursing doesn’t have to follow just one path. Originally from Jamaica, Sheena had a dream to pursue a career in hospitality and tourism. But Sheena shares how life unexpectedly led her into nursing and how curiosity, resilience, and a willingness...

There’s been so much conversation lately around burnout, staffing shortages, racism, and retention in the NHS… But I think there’s a deeper conversation happening underneath all of it. More nurses are starting to realise that what they want from life and what the NHS currently allows may no longer fully align. And that’s a difficult thing to admit out loud. In this episode, I’m talking about: why...

Why is it considered “normal” for nurses to pick up extra shifts just to feel financially stable? In this episode, I’m diving into the reality so many nurses face working exhausting hours, chasing bank shifts, and still feeling like it’s never quite enough. We’ve been conditioned to believe that the only way to earn more is to work more… but what if there’s another way? I’m talking about: ✨ Why n...

In this episode of the More Than a Nurse podcast, I’m joined by Lisa Daniels to have a really honest and important conversation about nursing, advocacy, and the reality of living and working with an invisible disability. Lisa shares how a childhood accident abroad shaped her journey into nursing, and how her experiences as both a patient and a nurse led her to become passionate about representatio...

If you’ve ever Googled “what else can nurses do” and somehow ended up feeling even more confused… this episode is for you. Because on the surface, it looks like there are plenty of options out there. But when you actually start looking, nothing really seems to fit. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that happens—and why it’s not because there’s nothing available to you. It’s because you’ve bee...

If you’ve ever sat in your car before a shift thinking “I don’t know how much longer I can do this” … this episode is for you. This isn’t just about being tired. It’s about that deeper shift where something that once felt like a calling no longer feels like enough … and you don’t quite know what that means for you. In this first solo episode, I’m talking about the moment many experienced nurses re...

In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey, a paediatric nurse turned specialist nurse who has also built her own business alongside her nursing career. We talk openly about what it really looks like to start something on the side whilst still working in nursing—from the fear at the beginning, to showing up online, to figuring things out as you go. If you’ve ever thought about starting something but fe...

Hey, welcome to the very first episode of More Than a Nurse . This episode is just a little introduction—to me, to this space, and to what you can expect from this podcast. I’m Danielle, a nurse turned business owner and CIC founder, and I created this for the version of me that knew something had to change… but didn’t quite know what yet. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like there h...

In this episode, I speak with a Deputy Head of Nursing in ED who, after 10 years in the NHS, recognised the growing need for support, mentorship, and guidance for nurses, especially after COVID. Yes, she has created something alongside her role! We talk about what she saw, why she acted, and what it looks like to build something meaningful while still working within the NHS. About Agnes: Agnes is...