Season 2 • Episode 46

We’re the Less Than 8%: What It’s Like Being Black Male APRNs in Advanced Nursing (With Everett Moss II, Geremy Wooten and Mike Supplice)

Jun 10, 2025

34:43

Episode Description

In this episode of Nurse Converse, host Everett Moss II is joined by fellow advanced practice nurses Mike Supplice and Geremy Wooten for a candid conversation about their journeys in nursing as Black men in a predominantly female field.

They discuss what inspired them to pursue advanced practice, the challenges they’ve faced, and the responsibility they carry as role models in their communities. From the emotional weight of patient care to the power of mentorship, this heartfelt episode explores the impact of simply being present—for patients, colleagues, and the next generation of nurses.

>>We’re the Less Than 8%: What It’s Like Being Black Male APRNs in Advanced Nursing

Jump Ahead to Listen:

[01:43] Black men in nursing.
[05:36] Mental health in healthcare workers.
[09:34] Haitian upbringing and career expectations.
[13:40] Breaking barriers in mental health.
[14:53] Representation in psychiatric care.
[20:19] Emotional intelligence in healthcare.
[24:02] Proud moments in a career.
[28:06] Patient interactions and their impact.
[32:38] Turning point in mental health.

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