Nurse John went from working hospital shifts to making millions laugh about the realities of healthcare. In this episode of Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, John Dela Cruz, aka Nurse John, opens up about leaving nursing, the accidental viral video that changed his life, and how burnout, short staffing and “trauma bonding” became the inspiration for his comedy.

He also talks about using his platform to support nurses on the picket line, why healthcare workers around the world relate to the same jokes, and what it’s been like taking his comedy to audiences across the globe.

Plus, Nurse John shares what fans can expect from his first comedy special, “Against Medical Advice,” taping Aug. 16 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale.

Get ready for the full dose of Nurse John — no prescription required.

Please subscribe to Entertain Me and follow Heather on Instagram @theheatherbrooker.

Nurse John went from working hospital shifts to making millions laugh about the realities of healthcare. In this episode of Entertain Me with Heather Brooker, John Dela Cruz, aka Nurse John, opens up about leaving nursing, the accidental viral video that changed his life, and how burnout, short staffing and &ldquo;trauma bonding&rdquo; became the inspiration for his comedy.
He also talks about using his platform to support nurses on the picket line, why healthcare workers around the world relate to the same jokes, and what it&rsquo;s been like taking his comedy to audiences across the globe.
Plus, Nurse John shares what fans can expect from his first comedy special, &ldquo;Against Medical Advice,&rdquo; taping Aug. 16 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale.
Get ready for the full dose of Nurse John &mdash; no prescription required.
Please subscribe to Entertain Me and follow Heather on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheatherbrooker">@theheatherbrooker.</a>

🎬 Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker is your go-to podcast for everything that keeps us entertained! This is the show where entertainment meets in-depth interviews, comedy, and the vibrant pulse of Southern California. 

Each week, actress, comedian, and Emmy Award-winning journalist Heather Brooker dives into entertainment headlines, chats with industry insiders, and explores can’t-miss local events and theme park experiences in Southern California. We go beyond the headlines during conversations with newsmakers and add a fun, laid-back twist. Whether you’re a movie buff, a TV lover, looking for your next binge-worthy series, or just someone who wants to know what’s happening in SoCal, this is the place for you! 

🎬 Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker is your go-to podcast for everything that keeps us entertained! This is the show where entertainment meets in-depth interviews, comedy, and the vibrant pulse of Southern California. Each week, actress, comedian, and Emmy Award-winning journalist Heather Brooker dives into entertainment headlines, chats with industry insiders, and explores can’t-miss local events and theme park experiences in Southern California. We go beyond the headlines during conversations with newsmakers and add a fun, laid-back twist. Whether you’re a movie buff, a TV lover, looking for your next binge-worthy series, or just someone who wants to know what’s happening in SoCal, this is the place for you!

🎬 Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker is your go-to podcast for everything that keeps us entertained! This is the show where entertainment meets in-depth interviews, comedy, and the vibrant pulse of Southern California. 

Each week, actress, comedian,...

Entertain Me! with Heather Brooker

Nurse John on Going Viral, Nurses on Strike & ‘Against Medical Advice’

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