Nurse D here! :) Thank you all for the positive feedback it is an honor to be a nurse at this capacity and being able to share my story!! Thank you for the opportunity Mark 🙏🏼💕
Unfortunately this attitude is few and far between. Correction nurses start thinking they're deputies pretty quickly and milking the system becomes the mindset.
Thank you for interviewing a nurse. It is SUCH a hard profession and she approaches it in the most professional way. She deserves the upmost respect and admiration.
Thank you Blondie ~ I’ve been a nurse over 30 years. Graduated at age 19. I can tell ya from experience…it’s a challenging and often disheartening career!! She mentioned politics - there’s distinct politics within corporate life too!! All that said, caring and serving the public all my life, without bias to my best ability.
It's really not. Most are lazy and incompetent, but graduated. I'm not speaking out of arrogance or ignorance. I worked in the hospital 10 years and in the outpatient 5, plastic surgery assistant for 6. More don't care. Sad but true.
Very rarely do you find a nurse that actually works hard. The field is over saturated now and full of gossip girls and lazy brainless zombies. I was a nurse tech for 10 years, BSN for 2 years and now I am a critical care physician. It’s sad how entitled and arrogant most nurses are nowadays.
I witnessed 2 brand new young nurses manhandle my terminally ill 81 year old father to the point he stopped breathing. Incidentally, the entire staff rushed in after I yelled for them to get help and revitalized him. They had no business practicing on him.I had words with the head nurse who apologized for the lack of experience of the nurses under her watch. It was also disheartening to witness the revolving care to which I had to continuously familiarize each new staff member to his condition. They kept him in a tiny room with the door shut. He died 2 hrs one night after I left. He could have done the same thing at his home more comfortably without all the hassles. I hope I don't go in a hospital like he did.
Nurse D I was a trustee in the supermax infirmary from 2017 to 2020. And spent 4 years total at NCFF. I was there on your first days and also thought you weren't gonna make it. You turned out to be one of the toughest, empathetic, compassionate people I have ever met. Ty for your service!
She is so well spoken, represents all nursing. Glad to hear she isn’t jaded, and still has empathy for those she cares for. This touched me as a nurse myself.
@@ashanti721 If it’s your passion and you’re determined-you can do it. Believe in yourself and you can use your life experience in the job, most likely far better than a youngster starting out. I wish you the best.
you cant teach that. Its either in you or its not. Its like teaching someone how to be funny. Either you a funny person or you not. How can you teach that? Sure you can fake it
Hi nurse D. I am a correctional psychologist who has worked in LA county correctional facilities and CA state prisons since '96, including some time working in twin towers LA county jail. Working in these facilities can change the core of who you are, and vicarious trauma does take a toll after a while. But, as you indicate it can be rewarding and I also love my job. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to this population.
Mental health/ Addictions R.N. here: Much respect to Nurse D.... You're right... no 2 days alike! I'm retired on medical after a 32-year career. I miss working. Three core beliefs that shaped my nursing approach: ● No one has the right to lessen the dignity of another person. ● Knowledge replaces fear... for my patients, myself, and my fellow staff. ● Heal the mind/spirit... and the body will follow.
Retired after 40 yrs of ICU/ER in community hospitals. Became un-retired after 2 yrs to work in a med/max men’s prison two days a week. Didn’t know how much I would come to love it. 72 now!
What an intelligent, savvy, compassionate, well-spoken and fascinating woman. She never let's go of the fact that she is there to be a nurse, not to judge. What a life she leads. Great interview.
Nurse D deserves a huge raise . God bless her heart. She really believes in unbiased care which is incredibly important in any healthcare environment .
I been clean for 23 years and was a nurse like you that changed my life in oc county jail !!! Thank you for your service may God bless you nurse D !! Thank you for seeing a human being in a dark place call addiction
Fellow Rn here. Thank you for sharing your story. When they say nursing is both art and science, this woman oozes the art. You can’t teach the art, it’s something within. To see humanity at its best and worst changes you. She seems to have a light within and that’s what I mean, you can’t teach that human art. 💜
As a fellow nurse, Nurse D is a gem and made of the same cloth that all good nurses are made of. Thank You, Nurse D for your service to your patients! They will remember your kindness in their world which is all too often so unkind.
It’s a bummer that it’s a privilege and not a necessity. Those people lived hard lives and I bet PT keeps them from needing further treatment or more invasive treatment.
@@handled99Your mind set is gross. In America, the system we voted for and created says that when we incarcerat anyone, we don't not abuse or neglect them physically. You cannot lock a human being up and then not provide the medical care that they need. That's called torture and cruel and unusual punishment and that's not what our system is supposed to be about.
@@JennAmazed Maybe they should have thought about that before they committed crimes. In other countries they'll just flat out execute you on the spot or chop off the hands of a thief. In the bible, it says those who practice sin will be thrown into hell. So if that is how God sees things, why do you think giving them a free pass will benefit them when God himself judges them? Are you God? You live in the land of no accountability, Satan is the same way.
I’ve worked in corrections as a therapist and it’s not what I heard or saw that wore me down over time, it was the constant hyper vigilance that is necessary. It’s exhausting. I built great rapport and boundaries with the guys but you are working with land mines every day. This lady is so right for her role, she’s in it for the process not the finish line. I still work with this population but in a different setting and I love the process of providing help whether they take it or not.
Kinda random but reading this reminded me of what its like being trans. It's not the singular instances of violence that wear me down, its the constant hyper-vigilance - I feel like anyone can become a landmine if I'm in the wrong place at the wrong time. Thank you for giving me words to describe it!
@@DSPsWifesBFyes … saying I’ve seen it all doesn’t describe anything… it’s assuming the listener knows what that means. So, we sit here somewhat clueless and having to imagine what “it all” means.
Sharing with my nursing staff…I have 50 nurses on my team and some are new grads. We forget often as nurses to teach each other coping skills that we try to implement for our patients. Corrections is not for the faint of heart, but the challenge of it is exactly what makes me continue to use the tools I have to make even the smallest changes. Thank you for your “unbiased care”. Our patients are not their crime..and every single one of us could switch sides of the fence at any moment.
Thank you. In my country doctors are on months long strike, they want private healthcare system, won't take patients for months, guess who is in the last line of defense; nurses.
I'm super sorry for saying this. But why would u like to revive these type of cruminals? After an overdose? Be safe and seems like you are a pretty cool nurse.
Please also share that there is at least one error that needs to be called out. Being afraid of fentanyl "exposure" is insane and demonstrates poor understanding and knowledge of the drug, as well as chemistry in general. Not what we want to see in healthcare. This stupid myth is too prevalent in what are supposed to be educated professionals.
LA county trauma center nurse 29 years. Great job nurse D! Found jail patients sometimes nicer to care for than “regular patients “ as long as you set boundaries. I felt a lot like D in that I didn’t even want to know what they did, because it could interfere with my ability to provide non- judgmental care. Keep up the great work, we need more nurses like you!
As a 20 year CO I can tell you that this lady knows what time it is, she speaks the truth and is pulling no punches. Although Security and medical do sometimes share differing opinions we can agree on what we face daily. I was assaulted and retired due to inmate violence at a Super Max Facility, I have PTSD and am being treated with EMDR at a great facility , I am an alcoholic and became dependent on medication used for my injuries as well.I am in the process of writing a book as well as helping other first responders to deal with the issues we are faced with from working in our Enviornment.This was a great interview Mark and Nurse D , I will share with others that I know can relate and appriciate this episode .
As a fellow healthcare professional; I see this woman as being a skilled example of a nurse working in an incredibly difficult environment to meet patients where they’re at physically, emotionally, and mentally. Hats off to her; and thanks to you for providing platform to highlight the excellent work. She thousands of others do for vulnerable people.
I'm also a corrections nurse, I make it a point to NOT know why my patients are locked up! Everyone judges, everyone is biased in their own way. I choose not to be like that.
I taught college courses at a federal women's prison for five years. I never looked up my students until after the class was over. Their crimes went from tax fraud to murder of a child, and everything in between. I knew that it could affect me unconsciously and that would impair my student-prof relationship with them.
Same! Though there is really no way around my death row and high profile inmates. I will never forget watching a show (I won't say which one, but think of 20/20, Dateline, etc.), and up popped a pic of an inmate I provided care to. That was one for the books! 🤣
Thanks for being this way! Defense atty here. There is so much bias in healthcare in general. It’s profoundly important to recognize it in the corrections context. Thank you for your service. ❤
I’m a baby nurse (almost 2 years) and have recently started working in a maximum facility. My current job was psych and drug abuse. I’ve also had other jobs that did not involve mental health. I realized in the first day of my corrections job, that this is going to be the most challenging job I’ve had so far. I’m doing a 13-week contract for this severely understaffed facility. I’ve been told by both inmates and nurses that some newly hired nurses quit within 3 days. I’ve also had inmates to share with me that they would not work as a nurse at the facility. I’m stubborn but I’m also courageous. I will complete this contract, and I plan on sharing my experience on yt. Thanks Nurse D for sharing your experience.
@@busted1396 I'm still here. Coming up on renewing my contract at the end of this month for the 3rd time. I low key don't want to go home. Yes, its still the hardest nursing job I've had, but I will say it's very rewarding. I love what I do. Yes, people have died on me, the 2nd week an inmate died and no matter if you know they are good and dead, you still have to administered CPR and that was very creepy to me but hey I'm still here. There are some good dudes in prison that made some extremely bad decisions and there are some dudes that will never be able to be rehabilitated. I went to this prison on this contract with minimum nursing skills and I've learned so much because we as nurses are the doctor, cnas, techs, pharmacy, emt, officer, etc. We are everything in prison. No outside help from anywhere unless they are clearly on the verge of dying. Nurses in prison get to utilize their autonomy to the max. Even the providers consider our suggestions without confrontation. My next contract, I will definitely be doing corrections again. I desire to get this last bit of skills so I can feel confident with traveling anywhere. I have gained so much knowledge. My jobs consist of pharmacy where I administered medications including insulin to over 500 offenders which is the longest med pass I've ever had and it started off taking me around 5 hours and then 2 hours, I worked the infirmary which is med surg/LTAC in one and I've gained a plethora of skills in this area, and lastly, a department known as OPC in which majority of the nurses hated and would call in if they had to work this department and this department is like working as a EMT but you are a nurse of course. This department answered to all medical emergencies such as deaths, OD's, chest pain, etc. Overall, I have no complaints. But do not get me wrong, YOU MUST BE VERY STRONG TO WORK IN CORRECTIONS are they will eat you up. I have been all kinds of nasty names, and they were hurtful in the beginning and then I told myself daily take your emotions and feelings out of it and I always remind myself of who I am daily. I always say affirmations prior to having to communicate with a prisoner who is in distress or who is extremely psychotic. You do have to somewhat be manipulative, but you have to also honor your word in prison because they will never forget what you told them. I'm from Louisiana and the prison is in the Midwest. Again, a lot of these men were locked up at a very young age and are forever that age, so they respond better to a motherly approach. To me it's all about respect and doing what I am paid to do. Trust me, I earned every last one of my pay checks weekly!
What a beautiful human being. So refreshing to listen to such a prudent, positive, strong and wise woman. It is important to realize that people like nurse D are the ones who really contribute to the society and should be recognized and respected. She is a role model and a great inspiration.
I love this woman she’s super compassionate and kind and I love that she sees people for all being human and she has non judgmental care for them we need more people like her in this world
refreshing. my brother got into nursing (ER) in Seattle because he said, "I was tired of being broke." he recently retired and is one of the most jaded people I know. glad to see people who actually stay on top of their humanity.
😅 Also ED RN. Really enjoyed almost all of my patients but myself am jaded a bit. The crazies and addicts were sometimes more of a challenge. Probably have a little PTSD or so my wife says. Probably some compassion fatigue. But was able to retire a little early and not worry about money ( the possibility of having to go back to work)
As a mother of a son that’s been in/out of LA County jail, thank you for sharing your insight, and providing the care that you do. You are amazing and very much appreciated. Again, thank you.
It’s an actor / I did 6 months in LA County there is no medical care you would have to be in a coma to ever see a doctor and or nurse . Sucks to see a cop plant as a nurse and lie to avoid lawsuits which would bring positive changes to La County
@@stevec310 😂very good point she hast to be an actor and the face for the medical unit in the jail but in all reality, you will not see this lady unless you’re dead have fun trying to look at her then ⛓️😂
@@stevec310 I am sorry that I got fooled even for a second because I totally believe you just like Ryan Leoni’s story when he was coming off of methadone and heroin in MDC LA and when the nurse finally came to him after days of screaming, bloody murder, she said I’ll get something to help you then three hours later comes back with an 800 mg ibuprofen, “” the strong kind “😂😂 so basically get fucked ❤️
Jamie, I’m seeing your post 5mo later (new to the channel) but I hear you louder still! I hope you never give up. I felt the same way. Dropped out the first time because my family, who said they wanted to support me through nursing school, ended up causing my eviction and my mother went homeless twice throughout the process. Then Covid hit… I told myself “I don’t care HOW LONG it takes me. This is MY journey” I have been a registered nurse in CIRH for two years now. I absolutely love it. Don’t quit on your dreams ❤ I wrote in after I dropped and said “I don’t care if I’m FORTY by the time I see this through (I was 26 at the time) - I won’t give up. Best decision I ever made ❤❤❤
They have to keep the trans prisoners separated from everyone else. Ironic how we protect them in jail but won’t protect our children from them in public restrooms.
I've been a nurse for almost 30yrs. I worked at Tulsa County jail for years. It was my favorite place to work. She's correct about jail politics. If I told an offender I was going to do something I did it. I always said I was there to provide care not to judge. I treated everyone with respect as long as they treated me with respect. I hated anyone in there that mistreated people. There's really one convient store in close proximity to the jail,it's downtown. That is where most homeless congregate. I ran into alot of people that I served during their confinement. I was often thanked for treating them with kindness and like they are human. That was so rewarding and so sad at the same. They dont experience much kindness and that is ridiculous. If you are void of empathy that is not a place for you.
I understand that she keeps working there and is not into personal storys because it would affecr her career. But maybe Mark can interview you and you can tell a story the world needs to hear. This interview with nurse D was nice and she is awesome but answers were too general.
Nurse D: You are such a poised, smart, and strong person. It was inspirational listening to your talk. Thank you for healing the prisoners with the respect and compassion you show. Everyone deserves care.
I can tell Nurse D does not play around and just by her demeanor I can tell she’s the perfect nurse for that specific environment, though I’m sure with her background she could work just about anywhere now and not be phased. Love seeing more interviews from people in helping fields trying to rehabilitate society. Would love to hear from more nurses in different settings, social workers of all different backgrounds, counselors and therapists, OTs, PTs, I myself am a licensed massage therapist and would love to see an interview from an LMT. Thank you Nurse D and Mark!❤
I’m an RN. Never worked in jail/prison, but worked in ICU. She is correct in so much she said. Our ICU, got many patients from county jail. They were ALWAYS polite, appreciative and respectful in my experience.
Really glad I ran into this video I’m from Ventura county finishing my prerequisites at VC. I’m working at one of the adm clinics right now and a nursing home and it can be really hard mentally and physically. I found this really inspiring for me to keep going and pushing me to get into a nursing program. Being surrounded by such a population has motivated me to want to do better and somehow help the vulnerable. Thanks for sharing your story and really appreciate the work you do! Nurse D 👏
I’ve been an RN for almost 40 years and started out in a level 1 trauma center which was also a county hospital, we saw many incarcerated patients as all the jails and prisons brought inmates to us, we also saw many street people addicts ….mental illness and homeless…..you name it I think I’ve seen it come through the door….I had to change my whole outlook towards treating these patients …..I found treating all people with the utmost compassion and respect in the moment and give them the best resources I can was beneficial to most …. When it comes down to it to it most patients were grateful and sometimes actually surprised that you cared enough….. and treated them with respect……don’t get me wrong …..it’s wasn’t always “nice” and sometimes I had to be careful such as dodging a fist once in awhile…..and seeing some horrible situations…I learned so much in those early years about people and myself included…..I now work in a different department at a private hmo but I gotta say I don’t regret working in that ER as it changed my life and gave me a real sense of accomplishment and making a difference….Nurse D I’ve so much respect for you and can kind of identify…..keep on ❤
Thank the for your valuable kindness and support to the people who are most judged for their addiction. No one wakes up and says "I aspire to be an addict ". Grew up by the beach, had a Beautiful Mom, but something happened to me and I just wanted the pain and memories to go. I have 23 years clean, thank G-D never ended up in the Criminal Justice System, but it could have been me in there. Your compassion and understanding is crucial along with some tough talks. I had to retire early from my RN career due to a Spinal Tumor, but I'm helping people with my business of Stem Cell Activation Patches. I definitely miss nursing and knowing people like you are out there makes me so proud!! I appreciate your valuable time and hard work with a population that is challenging. Sending Love Peace and Hope to All 🌟
As a registered nurse in hospital settings for 20 years, I have SO much respect for you, Nurse D!!🙌 You're an inspiration to nurses like me who want to TRULY make a difference in our patients' lives. Much love to you💗
I was a nurse at a psychiatric prison. I graduated in 2005 and only left because I was pregnant and it just wasn't safe for me. I learned more in that one year than I did in the four years of college. Its not for everyone!!! God bless you Nurse D!
Nurse D, you are the best human. I've been inside and it's something the public can't possibly understand. Finding nurses who will do corrections is gold. It's not easy nor desirable. Thank you!
That this nurse had what probably is a stable childhood has the confidence strength integrity and toughness needed for this job. She was raised right in my opinion she must’ve had lots of love. Guidance. Protection. All that is needed for a baby toddler and young child, teenager and young adult. She is giving what she got most likely. And those poor souls who ended up incarcerated most of them did not receive what she did. Hats off to this woman. And to her parents and other parents who are stable loving giving generous wise parents. BTW all male prisoners interviewed either did not have a father figure at all, or was brutally abused, neglected, or harmed in someway. Children stuff their feelings just to move forward and live where they live and then it comes out later on. I worked in a residential treatment center for boys age 6 to 17. I saw, I felt, I heard, and I hurt for them. Fathers are very important.
What I like about her is that she’s compassionate! And she’s genuinely a Loving person! Her dedication to help total strangers because it’s her job and not being bias is what the world needs more of! She’s definitely a Jewel At heart! ❤️ Nurse D💕💕
I want a longer video of how she grew up and to get a better insight on why and how she got the strong personality she shines. Thank you, Nurse D. Thank you, Mark. Great watch. Very inspiring. This is a video I want to share with my children for an insight on helping people and its more age appropriate for them then most videos so far.
First of all, most of the time I believe, humans with similar life skills to Nurse D, are born that way. Or grew up in families where these traits were repeatedly modeled. These people have an innate courage and a love of challenging their personal status quo. And in her case…. her a respect for humanity.
It's so true. We don't know how these people were treated when they were children. You could be the first person to show them respect ever! Teaching others about a different way of life is huge
I have so much respect for her. I've been a nurse for years, including a stint at a detox facility. I had to learn not to care what the patient may have done.... it is my job to care for the patient regardless of what they may have done before they got to me. She is spot on when she speaks about the mental health aspect of her job. Thank you Nurse D....we need about a million more nurses just like you.
Thank you Nurse D! Fellow RN here! Anytime I have spoken to RN students I reiterate…….”PAY ATTENTION IN YOUR PSYCH class and LEARN bc Mental illness affects EVERYONE from birth to the dying. It’s sad to see Mental Health not being addressed. We cannot in this profession be judgemental, there are all kinds of people in every category. Thank you Mark for interviewing a fellow nurse! Nurse D….thank you girl, keep up the great work and take care ❤
Nurse D, thank you for carrying the torch into jail. I am with you always in your struggles, people take as good care of yourself as you do for others, you are making an impression on these poor souls for the good, keep walking the path, much love and support I send you.
Fellow nurse here; worked at County jail for 2 years. The inmates were mostly respectful, but the custody officers were less than helpful. Safety was paramount. If officers were doing their job, I would of stayed. Thank you for explaining our profession and our intention to help.
@@leilamb1978officers are there to protect the patients and the staff so if they aren’t keeping the environment safe, it’s very hard to concentrate on the tasks at hand and do your job . I’m sure that’s what she means
@@briyalevette That's sweet of you. However, "safety" (or the lack of) can vary depending on the individual. Your expectation of such might be very different to hers. And therefore, I wanted to learn what key elements were specifically lacking for her to leave the job in addition to what new safety implementations would have motivated her to stay.
Mark, thanks for admitting that doing these videos does get to you. I can’t imagine listening to these stories and not having it affect you. I hope you have a self-care regimen.
When he said “That’s what I used to say too in these interviews but it just recently caught up to me… it affects you physically mentally everything.” That was so raw
I was a county (Austin area) jail nurse for 1 year, before shifting to Psychologist, and it was a great time. Lot's of MS13, Mexican Mafia, and Aryan types at my facility and Nurse D hit the nail on the head - it's ALL about giving respect, getting respect. It doesn't work the other way and this is why cops that don't deescalate a situation pisses me off. Another great interview, Mark. Thanks for sharing, Nurse D.
WOW....what an excellent interview. She is so passionate about her job to many people we would throw away. I cannot believe she is Nurse in one of roughest jails. She is so pretty and smart and poised. Great job Nurse D.
Yes girl yes!! It lights a small spark in my heart, knowing there are people like you who care about the psychological aspect of addiction medicine. There are so few who understand 🖤🖤🖤
I'm actually more than a little floored that this video doesn't have more views!! She is showing the other side of the usual type of people that do these interviews. The world needs more people like her, in every aspect but especially in healthcare.
Such a good interview! Nurse D- you can totally see that your personality is so perfect for being a corrections nurse. Bless your beautiful heart. I graduate my BSN program in 1 year, and I can’t wait to make a difference as well. Keep being you 💜
My husband was a prison nurse for a while. He always said they treated him better than most hospital patients. What she said about the code is the thing, he honestly didn’t care what they’d done and respected them, they knew he was really there to help them, and respected him. He only left that job because of the commute, and now works at home, he actually enjoyed it.
Excellent interview. Nurses are so vitally important especially in underserved areas and communities. I can absolutely see her succeeding with her personality where others have failed ❤
I love this girl 🌸 As a 32 yr RN, working a psych and addiction facility, she’s exactly on track on how to be as affective as possible to try to help these lost souls ⭐️ (love the tatts, have similar 👍🏼) She’s awesome, pretty, and smart with a beautiful soul !!!
It’s great that you have not become jaded while working in the prison system. It’s a beautiful thing that here you are working in a different capacity, yet you keep your very pretty looks out of the situation you are working in. Mark, your videos are second to none and always very informative. Thanks!
This resounds with me because I'm also a nurse who serves a population that is underserved. I also feel blessed. Nurse D, you are a ROCKSTAR! I'm so proud to call you my sister in caring!
Thank you Nurse D. The world needs more compassionate people like you. I am graduating nursing school in 3 weeks with my eye set on corrections nursing. Your story only adds to my desire to serve this population.
As a former corrections and addiction nurse, I'd like to thank you for being a positive and beautiful representation of the field. I did it for 4 years, and after a while, the deaths and repeat offenses get to you. It's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of chunkiness for it's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of chunkiness for it's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of being high or drunk, I still give them a smile. All I would ask is that some people just smile at our underserved population. They don't get a lot of those.
It takes a certain type of person to take on this profession. My mum is a nurse which has been a wonderful help growing up. My cousin followed in her footsteps but I could never because I am far too empathetic and I would be an emotional wreck. Bravo to the worlds medical staff ❤❤❤❤
Okay I clicked on the video because it said jail nurse and the woman looked exactly like a jail nurse. A stocky woman with too much makeup on fits the part perfectly.
I'm so thankful I came across this interview! I recently graduated from nursing school last month and and still trying to figure out what route I wanted to go besides the hospital. Nurse D explained the environment, politics and details of her job with such tact and professionalism and honestly that is goals for me. Her confidence is bright and you can tell she's taken the steps to educate herself way beyond just schooling. I love how she stressed the fact that mental health issues plague that community and expressed the lack of education and resources they need to rehabilitate, THAT'S IMPORTANT. The way she expressed her love for corrections nursing may guide me towards this field with a different and more positive view and this interview helped me with that!!
ER physician here. We accepted many prison transfers during my residency. One of my attendings gave me two words of advice: never ask what they are in for and always treat them with respect to get respect in return. He was so right. Knowing why they were in prison never helped matters. Also, treat them with respect and you will generally get it back. I rarely got attitude from them with this approach. Much respect to Nurse D. Being an attractive woman in the prison system can’t be easy.
A lot of inmates, especially the South Siders/ Hispanic inmate population. See it as disrespect when someone asks this question. My one time in jail, I made the mistake out of genuine curiosity, and I was pulled aside by an older gangster gentleman and he gave me a quick lesson on the do's and dont's. The reason you don't ask, is because it's like a PTSD trigger I guess u could say. It makes them think about the time they have left, or it may make them mad that you have less time, etc.
What a respectable and dignified person. Its a relief to know there good folks out there like miss d, working with the most vulnerable of us. Thank u miss d!
I'm an RN myself and have so much respect for Nurse D. Professional, ethical, willing to do what is necessary to provide outstanding care for the best outcomes! Hard to do but absolutely necessary on nursing. Even under such difficult conditions kudos nurse D for changing lives one soul at a time! Stay safe
I loved this interview. Personally, for me this was very impacting. As I am in the process of taking classes to apply for a nursing program. Seeing someone as genuine and happy as she is doing this incredibly challenging job is inspiring. Thank you for all you do and for being a great role model for current and future nurses.
I really liked this story. My mom was a nurse for 40 years and this lady is going to work in a place that not everyone is capable and prepared to function well as a nurse. She is something else.
MY WIFE is an R.N. In Los Angeles. She has the luxury of working from home. Still makes $150K. She said she would never work in the prison system. It is way to dangerous for a woman. Hats off for this nurse.
It’s not as bad as it seems. Respect is huge in prison. You’re dealing with a dangerous population but, not anymore dangerous than on the outside. You have guards with you also.
Much respect to Nurse D. I worked in a Cancer hospital in my local city for 22+ years. I am a Dietary Technologist & worked along with the nurses & doctors to give care...as a team. We would have inmates coming in for treatment & would be admitted, but they would be guarded with security 24/7. I would never have to visit them. The nurses, doctors, & only lab workers(taking blood samples) would only be visiting them. I can't imagine putting myself in harms way every day. I wouldn't want to do that. She definitely has the personality to handle that. Thank you for sharing this video with us. 👍🇨🇦😊
Nurse D .. your compassion, composure & attitude is an awareness to all of “us” that have such a negative impression of what is going on . TY for the work you do !
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Nurse D here! :) Thank you all for the positive feedback it is an honor to be a nurse at this capacity and being able to share my story!! Thank you for the opportunity Mark 🙏🏼💕
Fellow RN and Venturan here. Thanks for sharing your story! 😊
Thank you for sharing your story
Cool story. Greetings from sunny Poland.
Thanks Nurse_D_! Awesome interview. 😎💪🏁
You are a great interview subject. Truly an angel warrior🙏💕 👑
“I’m here to provide care, unbiased care” a true Nurse! We appreciate your hard work and efforts Nurse D! You make a difference ❤
I love your comment... Well stated❣️
@@Health-Wealth-Hope thank you! I hope you have a great day 💓
I don’t know see much difference
Amen
Unfortunately this attitude is few and far between. Correction nurses start thinking they're deputies pretty quickly and milking the system becomes the mindset.
Thank you for interviewing a nurse. It is SUCH a hard profession and she approaches it in the most professional way. She deserves the upmost respect and admiration.
Thank you Blondie ~ I’ve been a nurse over 30 years. Graduated at age 19. I can tell ya from experience…it’s a challenging and often disheartening career!! She mentioned politics - there’s distinct politics within corporate life too!! All that said, caring and serving the public all my life, without bias to my best ability.
It's really not. Most are lazy and incompetent, but graduated. I'm not speaking out of arrogance or ignorance. I worked in the hospital 10 years and in the outpatient 5, plastic surgery assistant for 6. More don't care. Sad but true.
Very rarely do you find a nurse that actually works hard. The field is over saturated now and full of gossip girls and lazy brainless zombies. I was a nurse tech for 10 years, BSN for 2 years and now I am a critical care physician. It’s sad how entitled and arrogant most nurses are nowadays.
I witnessed 2 brand new young nurses manhandle my terminally ill 81 year old father to the point he stopped breathing. Incidentally, the entire staff rushed in after I yelled for them to get help and revitalized him. They had no business practicing on him.I had words with the head nurse who apologized for the lack of experience of the nurses under her watch. It was also disheartening to witness the revolving care to which I had to continuously familiarize each new staff member to his condition. They kept him in a tiny room with the door shut. He died 2 hrs one night after I left. He could have done the same thing at his home more comfortably without all the hassles. I hope I don't go in a hospital like he did.
It's utmost, not upmost.
Nurse D I was a trustee in the supermax infirmary from 2017 to 2020. And spent 4 years total at NCFF. I was there on your first days and also thought you weren't gonna make it. You turned out to be one of the toughest, empathetic, compassionate people I have ever met. Ty for your service!
@@locochang6533 you look like you have lice
Thank you for sharing
Isn't that amazing.
Just shows we don't always know about people, good or bad.
She is amazing.
Don't doubt anyone fool she aint gonna leave for your lame ass trustee go hit the button be a guards little butler
Ty Nurse D. Former inmate here who has nothing but gratitude for the nurses and medical staff throughout my few years locked up. Appreciate you
Hope you are thriving, sweetheart ❤❤❤
Murder
@@genaromicol7347 the majority of people locked up are for non violent drug charges lol.
@@genaromicol7347your point??
Stay out of trouble sir, you got this
She is so well spoken, represents all nursing. Glad to hear she isn’t jaded, and still has empathy for those she cares for. This touched me as a nurse myself.
what do you expect - she is handling life and death - you want her to be toothless and babbling incoherent ?
IMO - Nurses deserve all the praise they can get. Often, they are under appreciated.
I start nursing school in August,I'm nervous cause I'm forty....
@@whitefang112 many nurses are.
@@ashanti721
If it’s your passion and you’re determined-you can do it. Believe in yourself and you can use your life experience in the job, most likely far better than a youngster starting out. I wish you the best.
She sould be teaching others how to care in an unbiased, non-judgemental, loving way. What an awesome person.
you cant teach that. Its either in you or its not. Its like teaching someone how to be funny. Either you a funny person or you not. How can you teach that? Sure you can fake it
That would be awesome but I don't know if people can be taught.
@@itypethetruthnobshere8975exactly, I know I couldn’t do what she does. I wouldn’t be able to care for someone who has done horrible/evil crimes.
1000% yes!
Hi nurse D. I am a correctional psychologist who has worked in LA county correctional facilities and CA state prisons since '96, including some time working in twin towers LA county jail. Working in these facilities can change the core of who you are, and vicarious trauma does take a toll after a while. But, as you indicate it can be rewarding and I also love my job. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to this population.
I would love to swap stories with you. I’m a psychologist as well, but I work with youth and do psychological testing and counseling these days.
You definitely must of seen some horrific things
I'm married to an amazing nurse. Special people. My wife has been at it for well over 20 years, and she continues to amaze me every day.
What do the nurses do for blue balls
Call their husbands in.
Mental health/ Addictions R.N. here: Much respect to Nurse D....
You're right... no 2 days alike! I'm retired on medical after a 32-year career. I miss working. Three core beliefs that shaped my nursing approach:
● No one has the right to lessen the dignity of another person.
● Knowledge replaces fear... for my patients, myself, and my fellow staff.
● Heal the mind/spirit... and the body will follow.
How do you become an Addiction RN???
Wish I had people that think like you around more growing up. Really nice to see there are people that understand we are all humans.
Retired after 40 yrs of ICU/ER in community hospitals. Became un-retired after 2 yrs to work in a med/max men’s prison two days a week. Didn’t know how much I would come to love it. 72 now!
Teresa got ha grooove back 🎉😂❤
😊 glad you love and enjoy it
I’m a 73 YO hospital pharmacist, and still going strong in my practice!
I salute you for still practicing!
Keep going! ❤
SO COOL ❤
Thank you. ❤
What an intelligent, savvy, compassionate, well-spoken and fascinating woman. She never let's go of the fact that she is there to be a nurse, not to judge. What a life she leads. Great interview.
Exactly 💯
Oooo simp
Nurse D deserves a huge raise . God bless her heart. She really believes in unbiased care which is incredibly important in any healthcare environment .
I’d give her raise
Nurse D definitely needs a boost in her pay. God Bless her Heart for truly enjoying her job, and caring for People unbiased. ❤
very true and she exposed without saying, that there IS nurses and people of healthcare who are biased against these inmates.
For doing her job?
@@animal79thecatpeople get raises for doing their job exceptionally well 🤡
I been clean for 23 years and was a nurse like you that changed my life in oc county jail !!! Thank you for your service may God bless you nurse D !! Thank you for seeing a human being in a dark place call addiction
Fellow Rn here. Thank you for sharing your story. When they say nursing is both art and science, this woman oozes the art. You can’t teach the art, it’s something within. To see humanity at its best and worst changes you. She seems to have a light within and that’s what I mean, you can’t teach that human art.
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you dont work in corrections..big difference
As a fellow nurse, Nurse D is a gem and made of the same cloth that all good nurses are made of. Thank You, Nurse D for your service to your patients! They will remember your kindness in their world which is all too often so unkind.
My mom is a physical therapist and worked in a maximum security prison in California. Those guys loved her. It was a privilege for them to have PT.
It’s a bummer that it’s a privilege and not a necessity. Those people lived hard lives and I bet PT keeps them from needing further treatment or more invasive treatment.
@@jules8029a bummer? Don't go to prison
@@handled99Your mind set is gross. In America, the system we voted for and created says that when we incarcerat anyone, we don't not abuse or neglect them physically. You cannot lock a human being up and then not provide the medical care that they need. That's called torture and cruel and unusual punishment and that's not what our system is supposed to be about.
@@JennAmazed Maybe they should have thought about that before they committed crimes. In other countries they'll just flat out execute you on the spot or chop off the hands of a thief. In the bible, it says those who practice sin will be thrown into hell.
So if that is how God sees things, why do you think giving them a free pass will benefit them when God himself judges them? Are you God? You live in the land of no accountability, Satan is the same way.
@@handled99 you think that treated humans humanely is condoning sin? I'll pray for you.
As a nurse who’s walked away from this field, I truly enjoyed this interview. You can tell she’s a great nurse. Very inspiring ❤️
Why you walk away?
I’ve worked in corrections as a therapist and it’s not what I heard or saw that wore me down over time, it was the constant hyper vigilance that is necessary. It’s exhausting. I built great rapport and boundaries with the guys but you are working with land mines every day. This lady is so right for her role, she’s in it for the process not the finish line. I still work with this population but in a different setting and I love the process of providing help whether they take it or not.
Kinda random but reading this reminded me of what its like being trans. It's not the singular instances of violence that wear me down, its the constant hyper-vigilance - I feel like anyone can become a landmine if I'm in the wrong place at the wrong time. Thank you for giving me words to describe it!
Woah!!! This one blew me away. Your compassion and kindness working in such a challenging environment is incredible. They are so lucky to have you...
As a mental health nurse here in the uk, I just want to say thank you to the nurse and for her understanding and hard work 🫶
What a professional nurse! No inside crunchy personnals stories ( asked by Mark x times) but general conditions. This is ethical manners!
Mark was trying to get the gory details for sure lol
he always does. it. was interesting at first but became creepy.
@@CallieDHopesto make the interview interesting. Saying “I’ve seen it all” isn’t that captivating.
@@DSPsWifesBFyes … saying I’ve seen it all doesn’t describe anything… it’s assuming the listener knows what that means. So, we sit here somewhat clueless and having to imagine what “it all” means.
@@tinam761 agreed. The entire reason I watched the interview is to hear her stories. Not general knowledge like “we see a lot”.
Sharing with my nursing staff…I have 50 nurses on my team and some are new grads. We forget often as nurses to teach each other coping skills that we try to implement for our patients. Corrections is not for the faint of heart, but the challenge of it is exactly what makes me continue to use the tools I have to make even the smallest changes. Thank you for your “unbiased care”. Our patients are not their crime..and every single one of us could switch sides of the fence at any moment.
Thank you. In my country doctors are on months long strike, they want private healthcare system, won't take patients for months, guess who is in the last line of defense; nurses.
I'm super sorry for saying this. But why would u like to revive these type of cruminals? After an overdose? Be safe and seems like you are a pretty cool nurse.
What a difference maker
Please also share that there is at least one error that needs to be called out. Being afraid of fentanyl "exposure" is insane and demonstrates poor understanding and knowledge of the drug, as well as chemistry in general. Not what we want to see in healthcare. This stupid myth is too prevalent in what are supposed to be educated professionals.
@@ridiboo7738as she said’ “they arent their crime”. Medical professionals in any setting, are there to treat a patient , not to judge.
LA county trauma center nurse 29 years. Great job nurse D! Found jail patients sometimes nicer to care for than “regular patients “ as long as you set boundaries. I felt a lot like D in that I didn’t even want to know what they did, because it could interfere with my ability to provide non- judgmental care. Keep up the great work, we need more nurses like you!
As a 20 year CO I can tell you that this lady knows what time it is, she speaks the truth and is pulling no punches. Although Security and medical do sometimes share differing opinions we can agree on what we face daily. I was assaulted and retired due to inmate violence at a Super Max Facility, I have PTSD and am being treated with EMDR at a great facility , I am an alcoholic and became dependent on medication used for my injuries as well.I am in the process of writing a book as well as helping other first responders to deal with the issues we are faced with from working in our Enviornment.This was a great interview Mark and Nurse D , I will share with others that I know can relate and appriciate this episode .
As a fellow healthcare professional; I see this woman as being a skilled example of a nurse working in an incredibly difficult environment to meet patients where they’re at physically, emotionally, and mentally. Hats off to her; and thanks to you for providing platform to highlight the excellent work. She thousands of others do for vulnerable people.
I'm also a corrections nurse, I make it a point to NOT know why my patients are locked up! Everyone judges, everyone is biased in their own way. I choose not to be like that.
I did prison nursing for a while. Most of us looked them up in DOC system out of curiosity. Never affected how I perceived them healthwise.
I like to think if you’re a nurse and you ask: “so what brings you in here?” And the inmate goes: “oh I robbed a few banks…” no… no. 😭😭😂😂
I taught college courses at a federal women's prison for five years. I never looked up my students until after the class was over. Their crimes went from tax fraud to murder of a child, and everything in between. I knew that it could affect me unconsciously and that would impair my student-prof relationship with them.
Same! Though there is really no way around my death row and high profile inmates.
I will never forget watching a show (I won't say which one, but think of 20/20, Dateline, etc.), and up popped a pic of an inmate I provided care to. That was one for the books! 🤣
Thanks for being this way! Defense atty here. There is so much bias in healthcare in general. It’s profoundly important to recognize it in the corrections context. Thank you for your service. ❤
She seems kind-hearted, not judging, truly wanting the best for others✅️
i hope she doesn't dress like that in jail.
She ain't hard to look @; either.
God judges
@@handled99 so do humans. it's the thing we excel at.
I’m a baby nurse (almost 2 years) and have recently started working in a maximum facility. My current job was psych and drug abuse. I’ve also had other jobs that did not involve mental health. I realized in the first day of my corrections job, that this is going to be the most challenging job I’ve had so far. I’m doing a 13-week contract for this severely understaffed facility. I’ve been told by both inmates and nurses that some newly hired nurses quit within 3 days. I’ve also had inmates to share with me that they would not work as a nurse at the facility. I’m stubborn but I’m also courageous. I will complete this contract, and I plan on sharing my experience on yt. Thanks Nurse D for sharing your experience.
how’d it go?
Do your job. Don’t bitch out
Update?
I have a feeling you’re going to be incredible in your career.
@@busted1396 I'm still here. Coming up on renewing my contract at the end of this month for the 3rd time. I low key don't want to go home. Yes, its still the hardest nursing job I've had, but I will say it's very rewarding. I love what I do. Yes, people have died on me, the 2nd week an inmate died and no matter if you know they are good and dead, you still have to administered CPR and that was very creepy to me but hey I'm still here. There are some good dudes in prison that made some extremely bad decisions and there are some dudes that will never be able to be rehabilitated. I went to this prison on this contract with minimum nursing skills and I've learned so much because we as nurses are the doctor, cnas, techs, pharmacy, emt, officer, etc. We are everything in prison. No outside help from anywhere unless they are clearly on the verge of dying. Nurses in prison get to utilize their autonomy to the max. Even the providers consider our suggestions without confrontation. My next contract, I will definitely be doing corrections again. I desire to get this last bit of skills so I can feel confident with traveling anywhere. I have gained so much knowledge. My jobs consist of pharmacy where I administered medications including insulin to over 500 offenders which is the longest med pass I've ever had and it started off taking me around 5 hours and then 2 hours, I worked the infirmary which is med surg/LTAC in one and I've gained a plethora of skills in this area, and lastly, a department known as OPC in which majority of the nurses hated and would call in if they had to work this department and this department is like working as a EMT but you are a nurse of course. This department answered to all medical emergencies such as deaths, OD's, chest pain, etc. Overall, I have no complaints. But do not get me wrong, YOU MUST BE VERY STRONG TO WORK IN CORRECTIONS are they will eat you up. I have been all kinds of nasty names, and they were hurtful in the beginning and then I told myself daily take your emotions and feelings out of it and I always remind myself of who I am daily. I always say affirmations prior to having to communicate with a prisoner who is in distress or who is extremely psychotic. You do have to somewhat be manipulative, but you have to also honor your word in prison because they will never forget what you told them. I'm from Louisiana and the prison is in the Midwest. Again, a lot of these men were locked up at a very young age and are forever that age, so they respond better to a motherly approach. To me it's all about respect and doing what I am paid to do. Trust me, I earned every last one of my pay checks weekly!
I'm a registered nurse at a maximum security prison in Central Kansas and i really enjoyed this interview! It speaks to my experience😊 thank you
What a beautiful human being. So refreshing to listen to such a prudent, positive, strong and wise woman. It is important to realize that people like nurse D are the ones who really contribute to the society and should be recognized and respected. She is a role model and a great inspiration.
Shes an amazing professional with the heart and soul of a sociologist!!! Those guys are soooooo lucky to have her!!!
Great respect for this nurse. She definitely found her niche. The people you serve are blessed to have you. Thank you for sharing.
I love this woman she’s super compassionate and kind and I love that she sees people for all being human and she has non judgmental care for them we need more people like her in this world
We need more people like Nurse D. Like a LOT more.
refreshing. my brother got into nursing (ER) in Seattle because he said, "I was tired of being broke."
he recently retired and is one of the most jaded people I know. glad to see people who actually stay on top of their humanity.
😅 Also ED RN. Really enjoyed almost all of my patients but myself am jaded a bit. The crazies and addicts were sometimes more of a challenge. Probably have a little PTSD or so my wife says.
Probably some compassion fatigue.
But was able to retire a little early and not worry about money ( the possibility of having to go back to work)
Friend of mine in rehab was an ER nurse and man was he jaded. He also ghosted me after a couple of months, assume he relapsed :/
Surely his friend group in Seattle had nothing to do with him being jaded.
As a mother of a son that’s been in/out of LA County jail, thank you for sharing your insight, and providing the care that you do. You are amazing and very much appreciated. Again, thank you.
Tell that foo to get off the meth and fentanyl 😂
It’s an actor / I did 6 months in LA County there is no medical care you would have to be in a coma to ever see a doctor and or nurse . Sucks to see a cop plant as a nurse and lie to avoid lawsuits which would bring positive changes to La County
@@stevec310 😂very good point she hast to be an actor and the face for the medical unit in the jail but in all reality, you will not see this lady unless you’re dead have fun trying to look at her then ⛓️😂
@@stevec310 I am sorry that I got fooled even for a second because I totally believe you just like Ryan Leoni’s story when he was coming off of methadone and heroin in MDC LA and when the nurse finally came to him after days of screaming, bloody murder, she said I’ll get something to help you then three hours later comes back with an 800 mg ibuprofen, “” the strong kind “😂😂 so basically get fucked ❤️
So is she an actor or a cop lol@@stevec310
She is such an incredible person! As someone who also works closely with mental health she really restores my faith in humanity.
I want to be an RN more than anything. I'm having a hard time finding an RN program in California near me. Much respect for you Nurse D!
Where do you live?
@@graceusa3942 Modesto California
You should consider Fresno city college
Jamie, I’m seeing your post 5mo later (new to the channel) but I hear you louder still! I hope you never give up. I felt the same way. Dropped out the first time because my family, who said they wanted to support me through nursing school, ended up causing my eviction and my mother went homeless twice throughout the process. Then Covid hit… I told myself “I don’t care HOW LONG it takes me. This is MY journey”
I have been a registered nurse in CIRH for two years now. I absolutely love it. Don’t quit on your dreams ❤ I wrote in after I dropped and said “I don’t care if I’m FORTY by the time I see this through (I was 26 at the time) - I won’t give up.
Best decision I ever made ❤❤❤
They have to keep the trans prisoners separated from everyone else. Ironic how we protect them in jail but won’t protect our children from them in public restrooms.
Good point!
I love individuals like her. They make the difference and are the light many of us need in the dark ❤
I've been a nurse for almost 30yrs. I worked at Tulsa County jail for years. It was my favorite place to work. She's correct about jail politics. If I told an offender I was going to do something I did it. I always said I was there to provide care not to judge. I treated everyone with respect as long as they treated me with respect. I hated anyone in there that mistreated people. There's really one convient store in close proximity to the jail,it's downtown. That is where most homeless congregate. I ran into alot of people that I served during their confinement. I was often thanked for treating them with kindness and like they are human. That was so rewarding and so sad at the same. They dont experience much kindness and that is ridiculous. If you are void of empathy that is not a place for you.
I understand that she keeps working there and is not into personal storys because it would affecr her career. But maybe Mark can interview you and you can tell a story the world needs to hear. This interview with nurse D was nice and she is awesome but answers were too general.
I’m a nurse in Tulsa as well!💞
David L Moss!
I’m so impressed and inspired by Nurse D. I’m working as a CNA and will go back to school.
It's so refreshing to see someone who is tough & had class! It is possible!
Nurse D: You are such a poised, smart, and strong person. It was inspirational listening to your talk. Thank you for healing the prisoners with the respect and compassion you show. Everyone deserves care.
I can tell Nurse D does not play around and just by her demeanor I can tell she’s the perfect nurse for that specific environment, though I’m sure with her background she could work just about anywhere now and not be phased.
Love seeing more interviews from people in helping fields trying to rehabilitate society. Would love to hear from more nurses in different settings, social workers of all different backgrounds, counselors and therapists, OTs, PTs, I myself am a licensed massage therapist and would love to see an interview from an LMT. Thank you Nurse D and Mark!❤
I already know ya’ll have weird stories to tell. I can imagine the people ya’ll run across wanting a lot more than what they paid for.
Great idea, it would be interesting and enlightening to see perspectives across the “helper” spectrum.
I am an LMT. I’ve worked in outpatient drug and alcohol rehab, Orthopedics, physical therapy, plastic surgery and the NFL. He should interview my ass
So Calm, intelligent & Non judgmental. Way to Go Nurse D! Keep up the good work⭐️
I’m an RN. Never worked in jail/prison, but worked in ICU. She is correct in so much she said. Our ICU, got many patients from county jail. They were ALWAYS polite, appreciative and respectful in my experience.
Because you treat them like a human being!
yes because on the streets you talk sh!t you get h!t! Where as with "civilized" society you can get away with being rude.
@@windermere2330well they didn't treat their victims like human beings, so, fuck'em!
Really glad I ran into this video I’m from Ventura county finishing my prerequisites at VC. I’m working at one of the adm clinics right now and a nursing home and it can be really hard mentally and physically. I found this really inspiring for me to keep going and pushing me to get into a nursing program. Being surrounded by such a population has motivated me to want to do better and somehow help the vulnerable. Thanks for sharing your story and really appreciate the work you do! Nurse D 👏
I’ve been an RN for almost 40 years and started out in a level 1 trauma center which was also a county hospital, we saw many incarcerated patients as all the jails and prisons brought inmates to us, we also saw many street people addicts ….mental illness and homeless…..you name it I think I’ve seen it come through the door….I had to change my whole outlook towards treating these patients …..I found treating all people with the utmost compassion and respect in the moment and give them the best resources I can was beneficial to most …. When it comes down to it to it most patients were grateful and sometimes actually surprised that you cared enough….. and treated them with respect……don’t get me wrong …..it’s wasn’t always “nice” and sometimes I had to be careful such as dodging a fist once in awhile…..and seeing some horrible situations…I learned so much in those early years about people and myself included…..I now work in a different department at a private hmo but I gotta say I don’t regret working in that ER as it changed my life and gave me a real sense of accomplishment and making a difference….Nurse D I’ve so much respect for you and can kind of identify…..keep on ❤
Thank the for your valuable kindness and support to the people who are most judged for their addiction.
No one wakes up and says "I aspire to be an addict ".
Grew up by the beach, had a Beautiful Mom, but something happened to me and I just wanted the pain and memories to go. I have 23 years clean, thank G-D never ended up in the Criminal Justice System, but it could have been me in there. Your compassion and understanding is crucial along with some tough talks.
I had to retire early from my RN career due to a Spinal Tumor, but I'm helping people with my business of Stem Cell Activation Patches. I definitely miss nursing and knowing people like you are out there makes me so proud!!
I appreciate your valuable time and hard work with a population that is challenging.
Sending Love Peace and Hope to All 🌟
Stem Cell activation patches? I imagine this is saving lives.
I use Lifewave patches. They are excellent 👌
As a registered nurse in hospital settings for 20 years, I have SO much respect for you, Nurse D!!🙌 You're an inspiration to nurses like me who want to TRULY make a difference in our patients' lives. Much love to you💗
I was a nurse at a psychiatric prison. I graduated in 2005 and only left because I was pregnant and it just wasn't safe for me. I learned more in that one year than I did in the four years of college. Its not for everyone!!! God bless you Nurse D!
Nurse D, you are the best human. I've been inside and it's something the public can't possibly understand. Finding nurses who will do corrections is gold. It's not easy nor desirable. Thank you!
That this nurse had what probably is a stable childhood has the confidence strength integrity and toughness needed for this job. She was raised right in my opinion she must’ve had lots of love. Guidance. Protection. All that is needed for a baby toddler and young child, teenager and young adult. She is giving what she got most likely. And those poor souls who ended up incarcerated most of them did not receive what she did. Hats off to this woman. And to her parents and other parents who are stable loving giving generous wise parents. BTW all male prisoners interviewed either did not have a father figure at all, or was brutally abused, neglected, or harmed in someway. Children stuff their feelings just to move forward and live where they live and then it comes out later on. I worked in a residential treatment center for boys age 6 to 17. I saw, I felt, I heard, and I hurt for them. Fathers are very important.
What I like about her is that she’s compassionate! And she’s genuinely a Loving person! Her dedication to help total strangers because it’s her job and not being bias is what the world needs more of! She’s definitely a Jewel At heart! ❤️ Nurse D💕💕
I want a longer video of how she grew up and to get a better insight on why and how she got the strong personality she shines. Thank you, Nurse D. Thank you, Mark. Great watch. Very inspiring. This is a video I want to share with my children for an insight on helping people and its more age appropriate for them then most videos so far.
Great idea to share with your kids. They need to understand how other people's lives can be so different from their own.
Me too!
First of all, most of the time I believe, humans with similar life skills to Nurse D, are born that way. Or grew up in families where these traits were repeatedly modeled.
These people have an innate courage and a love of challenging their personal status quo. And in her case…. her a respect for humanity.
Nurse D is spot on. State legislators should talk to her...
She has a lot of empathy, refreshing interview. Thank you. God bless you.
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It's so true. We don't know how these people were treated when they were children. You could be the first person to show them respect ever! Teaching others about a different way of life is huge
I have so much respect for her. I've been a nurse for years, including a stint at a detox facility. I had to learn not to care what the patient may have done.... it is my job to care for the patient regardless of what they may have done before they got to me. She is spot on when she speaks about the mental health aspect of her job. Thank you Nurse D....we need about a million more nurses just like you.
Thank you Nurse D! Fellow RN here! Anytime I have spoken to RN students I reiterate…….”PAY ATTENTION IN YOUR PSYCH class and LEARN bc Mental illness affects EVERYONE from birth to the dying. It’s sad to see Mental Health not being addressed. We cannot in this profession be judgemental, there are all kinds of people in every category.
Thank you Mark for interviewing a fellow nurse! Nurse D….thank you girl, keep up the great work and take care ❤
Nurse D, thank you for carrying the torch into jail. I am with you always in your struggles, people take as good care of yourself as you do for others, you are making an impression on these poor souls for the good, keep walking the path, much love and support I send you.
Fellow nurse here; worked at County jail for 2 years. The inmates were mostly respectful, but the custody officers were less than helpful. Safety was paramount. If officers were doing their job, I would of stayed. Thank you for explaining our profession and our intention to help.
You would have? Can you elaborate?
@@leilamb1978officers are there to protect the patients and the staff so if they aren’t keeping the environment safe, it’s very hard to concentrate on the tasks at hand and do your job . I’m sure that’s what she means
@@briyalevette That's sweet of you. However, "safety" (or the lack of) can vary depending on the individual. Your expectation of such might be very different to hers. And therefore, I wanted to learn what key elements were specifically lacking for her to leave the job in addition to what new safety implementations would have motivated her to stay.
Mark, thanks for admitting that doing these videos does get to you. I can’t imagine listening to these stories and not having it affect you. I hope you have a self-care regimen.
When he said “That’s what I used to say too in these interviews but it just recently caught up to me… it affects you physically mentally everything.” That was so raw
The whittakers took it out of mark.
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I was a county (Austin area) jail nurse for 1 year, before shifting to Psychologist, and it was a great time.
Lot's of MS13, Mexican Mafia, and Aryan types at my facility and Nurse D hit the nail on the head - it's ALL about giving respect, getting respect.
It doesn't work the other way and this is why cops that don't deescalate a situation pisses me off.
Another great interview, Mark.
Thanks for sharing, Nurse D.
WOW....what an excellent interview. She is so passionate about her job to many people we would throw away. I cannot believe she is Nurse in one of roughest jails. She is so pretty and smart and poised. Great job Nurse D.
Yes girl yes!! It lights a small spark in my heart, knowing there are people like you who care about the psychological aspect of addiction medicine. There are so few who understand 🖤🖤🖤
I'm actually more than a little floored that this video doesn't have more views!! She is showing the other side of the usual type of people that do these interviews. The world needs more people like her, in every aspect but especially in healthcare.
Such a good interview! Nurse D- you can totally see that your personality is so perfect for being a corrections nurse. Bless your beautiful heart. I graduate my BSN program in 1 year, and I can’t wait to make a difference as well. Keep being you 💜
My husband was a prison nurse for a while. He always said they treated him better than most hospital patients. What she said about the code is the thing, he honestly didn’t care what they’d done and respected them, they knew he was really there to help them, and respected him. He only left that job because of the commute, and now works at home, he actually enjoyed it.
Excellent interview. Nurses are so vitally important especially in underserved areas and communities. I can absolutely see her succeeding with her personality where others have failed ❤
Her good looks are helpful.
I love this girl 🌸 As a 32 yr RN, working a psych and addiction facility, she’s exactly on track on how to be as affective as possible to try to help these lost souls ⭐️ (love the tatts, have similar 👍🏼) She’s awesome, pretty, and smart with a beautiful soul !!!
It’s great that you have not become jaded while working in the prison system. It’s a beautiful thing that here you are working in a different capacity, yet you keep your very pretty looks out of the situation you are working in. Mark, your videos are second to none and always very informative. Thanks!
This resounds with me because I'm also a nurse who serves a population that is underserved. I also feel blessed. Nurse D, you are a ROCKSTAR! I'm so proud to call you my sister in caring!
Thank you Nurse D. The world needs more compassionate people like you. I am graduating nursing school in 3 weeks with my eye set on corrections nursing. Your story only adds to my desire to serve this population.
Loved this interview! I worked in corrections nursing for 4 years and she speaks truth! You give respect to get respect! Goes a long way!
Fellow ICU RN. Thank you for sharing your experience 💝 nurses like you make me proud I’m a nurse!!
Amen. My niece and her husband are both nurses. I admire the heck out of them..and now YOU! Thank you for what you do !
As a former corrections and addiction nurse, I'd like to thank you for being a positive and beautiful representation of the field. I did it for 4 years, and after a while, the deaths and repeat offenses get to you. It's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of chunkiness for it's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of chunkiness for it's been almost 9 years since I left, and I will still see some of the homeless population I served on the streets and they remember me. Even in their state of being high or drunk, I still give them a smile. All I would ask is that some people just smile at our underserved population. They don't get a lot of those.
She seems like a true nurse. There are many who show no empathy but she obviously isnt that way.
She works from the heart and loves her job. What a superb human. I bet her patients know it too.
It takes a certain type of person to take on this profession. My mum is a nurse which has been a wonderful help growing up. My cousin followed in her footsteps but I could never because I am far too empathetic and I would be an emotional wreck. Bravo to the worlds medical staff ❤❤❤❤
corrections is a whole different world than regular nurses
Okay I clicked on the video because it said jail nurse and the woman looked exactly like a jail nurse. A stocky woman with too much makeup on fits the part perfectly.
I'm so thankful I came across this interview! I recently graduated from nursing school last month and and still trying to figure out what route I wanted to go besides the hospital. Nurse D explained the environment, politics and details of her job with such tact and professionalism and honestly that is goals for me. Her confidence is bright and you can tell she's taken the steps to educate herself way beyond just schooling. I love how she stressed the fact that mental health issues plague that community and expressed the lack of education and resources they need to rehabilitate, THAT'S IMPORTANT. The way she expressed her love for corrections nursing may guide me towards this field with a different and more positive view and this interview helped me with that!!
ER physician here. We accepted many prison transfers during my residency. One of my attendings gave me two words of advice: never ask what they are in for and always treat them with respect to get respect in return. He was so right. Knowing why they were in prison never helped matters. Also, treat them with respect and you will generally get it back. I rarely got attitude from them with this approach. Much respect to Nurse D. Being an attractive woman in the prison system can’t be easy.
A lot of inmates, especially the South Siders/ Hispanic inmate population. See it as disrespect when someone asks this question. My one time in jail, I made the mistake out of genuine curiosity, and I was pulled aside by an older gangster gentleman and he gave me a quick lesson on the do's and dont's. The reason you don't ask, is because it's like a PTSD trigger I guess u could say. It makes them think about the time they have left, or it may make them mad that you have less time, etc.
She told us “a lot” without saying much. I would love to have her back to tell actual stories that she has experienced.
She actively still works in LA county jail she chose her words wisely for her safety.
And, ethics say that personal stories about patients are not ok.
What a respectable and dignified person. Its a relief to know there good folks out there like miss d, working with the most vulnerable of us. Thank u miss d!
As an ICU trained nurse, this sounds hard as hell. Mad respect to her and her beautiful soul ❤
I have so much respect for Nurse D. She is a sparkle of hope in such a frightening society.
Nurse D … you’re made for this work. Bless you!! 🙏💕✨
I'm an RN myself and have so much respect for Nurse D. Professional, ethical, willing to do what is necessary to provide outstanding care for the best outcomes! Hard to do but absolutely necessary on nursing. Even under such difficult conditions kudos nurse D for changing lives one soul at a time! Stay safe
I loved this interview. Personally, for me this was very impacting. As I am in the process of taking classes to apply for a nursing program. Seeing someone as genuine and happy as she is doing this incredibly challenging job is inspiring. Thank you for all you do and for being a great role model for current and future nurses.
Nurse D. This is the most heartfelt, sincere and the most compassionate interview I enjoyed. Thank you Mark for bringing Nurse D on the channel.
I really liked this story. My mom was a nurse for 40 years and this lady is going to work in a place that not everyone is capable and prepared to function well as a nurse. She is something else.
Fellow RN here, thank you for what you do!!
MY WIFE is an R.N. In Los Angeles. She has the luxury of working from home. Still makes $150K. She said she would never work in the prison system. It is way to dangerous for a woman. Hats off for this nurse.
Can I ask you what she does as a nurse from home? I can't imagine there are patients coming to your house.😂😂
It’s not as bad as it seems. Respect is huge in prison. You’re dealing with a dangerous population but, not anymore dangerous than on the outside. You have guards with you also.
@@Lilliesandlilacs He's full of sh*t
@@Lilliesandlilacs that's what I want to know too ???
How do you work from home as a R.N?
Much respect to Nurse D. I worked in a Cancer hospital in my local city for 22+ years. I am a Dietary Technologist & worked along with the nurses & doctors to give care...as a team. We would have inmates coming in for treatment & would be admitted, but they would be guarded with security 24/7. I would never have to visit them. The nurses,
doctors, & only lab workers(taking blood samples) would only be visiting them. I can't imagine putting myself in harms way every day. I wouldn't want to do that. She definitely has the personality to handle that. Thank you for sharing this video with us. 👍🇨🇦😊
Nurse D .. your compassion, composure & attitude is an awareness to all of “us” that have such a negative impression of what is going on . TY for the work you do !
So happy for you! Take one class at a time and you’re that much closer to your career! I went to school at 47…12 years in!