We hear it ALL THE TIME: healthcare is facing a crisis, with an alarming rise in burnout and shortage? In this episode we talk about some of the reasons why this is happening and how we can mitigate becoming part of the alarming statistics in our personal life. Be a positive force and influence within healthcare and society. Que Dios me los bendiga…

In this episode of The Nice Veins Bro Podcast, join us as we sit down with Nurse Katherine, RN, BSN, CMSRN, who shares her journey of leaving bedside after 7 years. We delve into her reasons for feeling that modern healthcare is not heading in the right direction and how she felt called to be more present with her newly born daughter. Discover how …

Healthcare workers demand their worth!!! Check out the latest episode of the Nice Veins Bro Podcast where we discuss the historic 75,000+ employee strike and tentative deal reached by Kaiser Permanente and a coalition of unions. The largest healthcare labor dispute in U.S. history concluded with a new contract that addresses staffing shortages and …

Today we're looking into a story about a psych ward worker who claims to have been fired for taking a mere 15-minute break... have you ever wondered about the ugly realities of working in a psychiatric hospital? THIS MIGHT BE IT!! Despite repeatedly voicing her unease and feeling ill-equipped to work one-on-one with a patient with a history of assa…

Ever imagined the reality of a world where babies can be nurtured and brought to life outside a human womb? Well, brace yourself as we unpack this bold, and perhaps unnerving reality. We shine a light on the science-fiction-like concept of artificial wombs and how they could revolutionize neonatal care. We navigate the intricate phases of testing t…

Imagine a future where an AI clinician can diagnose your health issues swiftly and accurately, and potential health risks are predicted and addressed before they become serious problems. Sounds like science fiction? Not anymore. Join us as we unpack the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence in the world of healthcare. We'll explore its cu…

Are you afraid of feeling stupid during your first year of bedside nursing? Lexa and I pull back the curtains and reveal the raw truth about the initiation into the world of nursing. It's a grueling journey after you graduate from nursing school and it's definitely not for the faint of heart. But, let us assure you, within these hardships, you can …

In this episode, we talk about a recent news story that has shocked the world. A former NICU nurse from the UK, Lucy Letby, was convicted of killing 7 babies and attempting to murder 10 others. While it’s easy to highlight the tragedy, the individuals who deserve our attention are the families who were tragically impacted and the incredible Dr. Rav…

Have you ever been furious because someone criticized you for something you said or did? In this episode, Lexa and I talk about the best way to receive criticism without getting defensive. Some of the strategies we share include digging deeper to understand the feedback, determining what is useful, and giving yourself time to practice implementing …

In this episode I discuss the broken healthcare system and how we can take responsibility to make positive change. I address common complaints about the healthcare industry, such as lack of access to medical are and discrimination, and encourage listeners to focus on what they can control and take action in their own areas of influence. The episode…

On today's episode, we're discussing the importance of prayer in patient care for Christian nurses. We'll explore the many benefits of incorporating prayer into your nursing practice and how to overcome common challenges, such as navigating different patient beliefs and preferences. Throughout the episode, I'll provide you with practical tips for i…

Do you ever find yourself hating your job in healthcare because of impatient, inconsiderate, and downright rude patients and families? In this episode we're going through some practical tips on how to deal with it! First, you must do some self-evaluation. Second, set some clear boundaries and communicate effectively. Don't forget to listen actively…

Going through nursing school is definitely not easy. It can be challenging and scary, but it can also teach us a lot about ourselves and the people around us. In this podcast, Lexa and I talk about how we went through nursing school and the important life lessons we learned along the way. We share how we faced many obstacles, and how they helped us…

GUEST: Jay Friedrichs, RN In this episode, I sit down with Jay Friedrichs, a registered nurse AND YouTuber. We chat about his journey as a nurse content creator, how he started exploring his creative side, and how he's using YouTube to help spread a positive message within healthcare and society. At one point during the interview, Jay wonders if he…

GUEST: Aaron Rivera, RN - In this episode, Aaron shares why it's important for nurses to find time to do what they love outside of work. Tune in to hear his insights and personal experience as an ICU travel nurse, power-lifter, and creative! Working in healthcare can be tough and stressful, so it's important to take a breather and recharge for ment…

In today’s episode I share my perspective on a recent story regarding HCA Healthcare pressuring patients and their families into hospice. Read the full article here: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/doctors-say-hca-hospitals-push-patients-hospice-care-rcna81599 The article states, “Salas said she believed her daughter would pull through, …

Healthcare today is so focused on disease care versus prevention. But hospitals don’t promote the fundamentals of health living anymore! Living a healthy lifestyle involves many different factors, including good nutrition, exercise, water, sunlight, temperance, air, rest, and trust in God. Each of these elements plays an important role in maintaini…

Guest: Tori Jensen, RD, RN Tori's Instagram Tori's Website We all remember the roller-coaster we had during the last few years. Tori Jensen, registered nurse and dietitian, was hard at work on the front lines at Kaiser Permanente hospital in southern California when she was confronted with a difficult situation. She had to make a difficult choice b…

Guests: Jae-Min Park, MD Ashley Li, MD What does life look like when two medical doctors fall in love? In this week's episode, we talk to Jae-Min and Ashley, a physician couple based in New York. Both high-achieving, competitive, and often overworked, how do they ensure their relationship flourishes and thrives amidst the heavy demands of work? Our…

In this episode, Dunn and Kianna share their experience at Wildwood Lifestyle Center, where they sought care to address diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia with natural remedies. They share their experience, including the schedule, treatment, classes, and other services they received at the center. One of the treatments to address Dunn's hig…

At some point or another, everyone heard this piece of advice: “Do what your passionate about and you’ll never have to work another day in your life!” I always rolled my eyes when I heard that. It always made me wonder if work is something we should be trying to escape… In this episode, my nurse wife, Lexa, and optometrist brother, Dr. Anthony Cort…

Are you tired of feeling down and unhappy? Just stop being sad! Sounds easy enough, right? If happiness is a choice, why doesn’t everyone just CHOOSE to be happy and why doesn’t that good feeling last all day, every day? While we can’t choose to avoid negative emotions, our happy or sad attitudes are a result of derived feelings influenced by our t…

Should nurses really be posting TikToks of themselves at work? In this episode, my wife and I talk about an explicit video Oschner Health staff uploaded on TikTok. In the video, nurses are seen lip syncing, twerking, and acting out sexual scenarios to ‘Sl*t Me Out’ NLE Choppa. Staff members are noticeably filmed in their scrubs with their facility …

Establishing a consistent morning routine can have a profound impact on our life because it sets the tone for the whole day! One of the best habits to implement in the morning is waking up earlier. When you wake up early, you have more time to yourself before the day's demands start taking over. This extra time can be used to exercise, meditate, or…

Nobody likes the person who can't be corrected. Today we're talking about the worst attribute for any healthcare and wellness professional: PRIDE! This can often start as a healthy dose of self-confidence but if we aren't careful, it can turn sour pretty quickly. Too often, because of our unique role, title, education, or knowledge, we become attac…

Your comfort zone will kill you! I was recently reading a book that someone from my church wrote called "Power to Thrive" and was taken back by the concept that only 2% of the population ACTUALLY thrives. The author of the book, Richard Cavaness, stated that 98% of people do NOT chase after a life outside of their comfort zone. In this podcast, my …

My NEW goal is... to build the best personal development podcast for healthcare and wellness professionals. That's right, I'm including more voices in the conversation -- not just nurses... and here's why: I've realized my vision for Nice Veins Bro is much larger. Although I'm passionate about nursing, and I'll always continue to champion that pers…

PART 2 of 2 // YIKES, It's a conflict of values! ⚠️ This is the FIRST EVER Nice Veins Bro open discussion segment! Our guests today are my brother, Anthony Cortes, OD, and my best friend, Jae-Min Park, MD. Today we're covering one of the toughest challenges that healthcare professionals have face every day: Striving for impartiality, to ensure that…

PART 1 of 2 // YIKES, It's a conflict of values! ⚠️ This is the FIRST EVER Nice Veins Bro open discussion segment! Our guests today are my brother, Anthony Cortes, OD, and my best friend, Jae-Min Park, MD. Today we're covering one of the toughest challenges that healthcare professionals have face every day: Striving for impartiality, to ensure that…

There's a quote from Tony Robbins that says "The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives." This obviously means that the way we communicate is of utmost importance! Similarly, the Bible has two incredible verses I would like to share with you: "The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a per…

Nurses have always been called to be impartial. This means treating people with the same level of respect - not favoring any one individual more than another. But with this concept of being just, I have to ask myself, what is fairness defined by? What is our moral compass? One of the first steps in nursing practice is to be self-aware. Do you remem…

People say not to live life with regret, but what about the people who cheat on their spouse or text/drive and end up killing someone else on the road? Surely, there must be a healthier approach to the idea of regret! I would hope that those of us who do any kind of wrong, feel guilty about our decisions! Today we're talking about the pros and cons…

"Just do it" - what does the famous Nike swoosh even mean? WHAT IS IT ? Is it just me, or does it feel like life is only about achievements, attainments, and finish lines? What makes it worse is, it's what SOCIETY deems as successful feats. There can be a lot of stress surrounding this concept and we may often feel a great deal of pressure on a dai…

Several nurses were fired this past December for a TikTok video they uploaded while at work. An NBC headline reads "Nurses at Atlanta Hospital Under Fire Over TikTok Video Mocking Maternity Patients". Yikes. It was part of a trend called #IckChallenge where people made videos revealing the things that bothered them about a certain subject or person…

Can you believe it's 2023? The last 3 years have been… WILD. Today, I'm going to be talking about the lessons I've learned even through all the crazy ups and downs; Lessons I've learned about society, myself, and God. Here's the lesson I've learned about society... Lesson #1 - People are sheep. Maybe you've heard that saying: When disaster strikes,…

Have you ever asked yourself, was I truly meant to be a nurse? I think the majority of nurses have gone through this.... feeling like we might have made a mistake! Did we struggle through nursing school, working so hard, only to realize that the dream we had once aspired for is actually not what we want to do. In fact, it might feel like the exact …

Let's talk about a few things I wish nursing school should be teaching students! Now, I don't want to sound too idealistic. Nursing school won't teach you everything you need know before going into the real world. Some things you'll just have to learn on the job because there's no possible way you'll get the training while in school... and that's o…

Have you ever felt like there is just TOO MUCH TO DO! How can you possibly get it all done - especially when you feel drained after working in healthcare? Let's talk about ways to set ourselves up for success once we get home from work - I want to focus on those of us who work 3 twelve-hour shifts every week. Some people think it's a great schedule…

65% of nurses say they are likely to leave the profession within the next two years. WHY?! Could it be because many hospital jobs have elements of toxicity? Today we're talking about the TOXICITY within nursing. To be clear, when I say toxicity, I'm NOT referring to nursing itself as being toxic. I'm talking about some of the jobs within the profes…

"Real Nurses" Series: 5 of 5 LOVE: Isn't this word overused? Maybe even overrated? Today's episode is going to be about how REAL NURSES love life & people. It's part of a 5-part series on what it takes to be a REAL NURSE. In my opinion, the best nurses have these values/characteristics: RESPECT THE PROFESSION PUT IN THE WORK STAY HUMBLE PRACTICE WH…

"Real Nurses" Series: 4 of 5 According to the American Nurses Association: "For nearly every indicator, the health of America’s nurses is worse than that of the average American. Nurses are more likely to be overweight, have higher levels of stress, get less than the recommended hours of sleep." Reference - Click Here Today's episode is going to be…

"Real Nurses" Series: 3 of 5 What makes a nurse stand out from the rest? How can one differentiate a nurse from a NURSE? I put together a list of values /characteristics that explains the difference, based on my personal opinion. When I think of the very best nurses out there - the ones I believe should be trusted, they have these characteristics a…

"Real Nurses" Series: 2 of 5 What makes a nurse stand out from the rest? How can one differentiate a nurse from a NURSE? I put together a list of values /characteristics that explains the difference, based on my personal opinion. When I think of the very best nurses out there - the ones I believe should be trusted, they have these characteristics a…

"Real Nurses" Series: 1 of 5 FOUR MILLION nurses nationwide. "The most trusted profession" for 20 years in a row, according to recent surveys. But wait! Who are these nurses? Can you trust the WHOLE profession? Are all nurses created equal in trustworthiness? No. In fact, I suggest you never trust a profession - or any other for that matter. Here's…

I am not a psychologist or a therapist - HOWEVER... if you apply what I'm going to say in this podcast, I promise it will help every single one of us. In this episode I'm talking about ANXIETY! Although it affects some of us more than others, it affects all of us in some way - mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. You've felt it befor…

This is the very first episode of 'The Nice Veins Bro Podcast' hosted by me, @nenepablo! 👋🏽 This is a podcast for nurses who want to take back control of their lives through personal responsibility and character development. 💪🏽 In short, it's all about GOD, WELLNESS, and PURPOSE. ✨ Sounds like a bunch of stardust.... but if any of that truly resona…