Why I Left Bedside™️

Season 1: Episode 11  | Set Up To Fail If you’re a new nurse wondering, “Why does this already feel impossible?”   this episode is for you. In this week’s episode, we talk honestly about how new nurses are often set up to fail: rushed orientation, toxic culture, unsafe staffing, and unrealistic expectations. We also explore the emotional and spiritual toll, the self-doubt, and the affirmations whi...

Season 1: Episode 10 | Expectations Vs. Reality We’re diving into the conversations nurses have behind closed doors but rarely say out loud: unsafe staffing, toxic leadership, burnout, and the emotional weight that slowly pushes so many of us away from the bedside. This episode is raw and honest with a bit of lighthearted humor. Remember, God who strengthen, restore, and never abandons us, even wh...

We’re wrapping up the year by doing something a little different. In this upcoming episode, we sat down to reflect on our 2025 episodes — the conversations, the moments, and honestly… the laughs that came with them. It’s light, real, and humorous. If you’ve been listening with us this year, this one is especially for you. Thank you for rocking with us, supporting the podcast, and being part of the...

Season 1: Episode 8 Murry Chrismuhh, Call Light Crew!  Today’s episode is our official Holiday Special, and we are bringing ALL the festive vibes. Cozy scrubs, Christmas chaos, honesty, faith, and our special guest Kiki joining us for the fun! This episode blends laughter, real conversations, and holiday heart. Let’s get into it. #nurselife #healthcare #nursing #nursestory #blacknurses #nurseconte...

Season 1: Episode 7 Welcome back, Call Light Crew! 💙Today’s episode is a mix of real, raw, and festive as we break down why the Emergency Room needs a MAJOR public relations makeover. From 12–24 hour wait times to shift-change messes, we’re talking about what’s really going on and how things could be better for both patients and healthcare workers. We’ve also got a powerful mental health conversa...

Season 1: Episode 6 Welcome back, Call Light Crew! 🎉Today’s episode is full of winter vibes, nursing, mental health, Southern traditions, holiday decorating, dream vacations, and a whole lot of laughing through the chaos. #nurselife #healthcare #nursing #nursestory #blacknurses #nursecontent #nursehumor #registerednurse #podcast Business inquires: whyileftbedsidepodcast@gmail.com Why I Left Bedsi...

Season 1: Episode 5 In today’s episode of Why I Left Bedside , we’re taking you behind the scenes of how this entire podcast came to be — and the God-ordained confirmation that made it all make sense. 🙌🏽 We’re also officially welcoming our supporters as the Call Light Crew (yes, the name is finally HERE!) and introducing our special guest and Creative Producer, Kiki . Get ready for laughter, tra...

Season 1: Episode 4 These are our confessionsss 🎶 We are giving you the real reasons why we left bedside this episode, and a story full of twists and turns that you could never predict what will happen next. So buckle up and hit play▶️🔉  #nurselife #healthcare #nursing #nursestory #blacknurses #nursecontent #nursehumor #registerednurse Business inquires: whyileftbedsidepodcast@gmail.com Why I le...

Season 1: Episode 3 “Y’all wanna know what it’s really like working bedside? Don’t worry, we got you covered this episode 🤫 From wild shifts to heart-melting moments to the stuff nobody talks about, we’re spilling it all. If you’ve ever worked bedside or loved someone who has, you’ll feel every moment with us.” Business inquiries: whyileftbedsidepodcast@gmail.com Why I Left bedside’s Social Media...

Season 1: Episode 2 In this episode of our Getting to Know Us segment titled "The Making of Joyce & Mae," we talk about our life as roommates, graduating together, and starting our first travel assignment together. Grab a snack and tune in! Business inquiries: whyileftbedsidepodcast@gmail.com Why I left bedside’s Social Media Platforms link below https://linktr.ee/whyileftbedsidepodc...

Season 1: Episode 1 In our very first episode, we’re taking it all the way back! From our high school days and life before we met in college, to how we became the ultimate nurse besties — you’ll get to know the real us beyond the scrubs. Business Inquiries: whyileftbedsidepodcast@gmail.com Why I left bedside’s Social Media Platforms link below  https://linktr.ee/whyileftbedsidepodcast Hosted by: S...

Y'all, it's getting real!!! Be the first to check out our trailer for our brand new podcast, Why I Left Bedside. Click the link tree below to stay in the loop because it's about to go down!!! Stay tuned, coming November 5th. https://linktr.ee/whyileftbedsidepodcast #nurselife #healthcare #nursing #nursestory #blacknurses #nursecontent #nursehumor #registerednurse Hosted by: Shelena &am...