Serial Killer Nurses with Special Guest Tim

In this episode, Erin and Autumn welcome Tim, a registered nurse, to discuss the dark side of nursing through the cases of Niels Högel and Charles Cullen, both male nurses who committed heinous crimes. The conversation explores the motivations behind their actions, the failures of hospital systems to protect patients, and the emotional toll on healthcare professionals. The hosts emphasize the importance of trust in healthcare and reflect on the need to appreciate the good nurses who work tirelessly to care for patients.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:36 Tim's Nursing Background and Role03:21 Exploring Cases of Male Nurses07:12 The Case of Niels Högel07:34 Understanding the Role of Nurses in Patient Care12:16 The Mechanisms of Medical Murder17:09 The Investigation and Arrest of Högel20:07 The Trial and Conviction of Niels Högel21:32 The Aftermath and Implications for Healthcare27:39 The Role of Nurses in Healthcare28:10 Introduction to Charles Cullen29:11 The Early Life of Charles Cullen31:09 The Start of a Nightmare32:58 The Pattern of Death35:29 The Arrest of Charles Cullen37:27 The Aftermath of Cullen's Crimes39:28 The Impact on Healthcare Practices42:11 The Importance of Trust in Nursing45:32 Conclusion and Reflection48:18 outro.wavKeywordsnursing, true crime, male nurses, medical murder, Niels Högel, Charles Cullen, healthcare, hospital safety, criminal cases, podcast