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

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.