Gary The ER Nurse

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[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Yes, I know many if not most of you just tear it. That’s cool. For those of us who are slightly more civilized and less feral — say, those of us who came from the ICU — we prefer a more organized approach to locating the end of the Coban roll. This video is demonstrated much

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

On the road again. Another family adventure and it looks like the weather is going to cooperate. Safe travels to everyone who is on the road in less than ideal. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

I know people at work talk shit about me. Why? I don’t know and I don’t care. I’m damn good at my job and have a low tolerance for laziness and bullshit. I guess that bothers some people. Look at me when I say this: bitch, I’m 50, and was raised by boomers in a military family —

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Nurses waiting for their wheelchair or walker patient outside the bathroom and it’s taking a hot minute. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

This is legit how it feels. I’ve worked ICU and ER. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

I understand that pain is subjective, however, there are people who have never experienced true 10 out of 10 pain, and even when given perspective still believe that their pain could not get any worse. I guarantee you that if a grizzly bear was actively mowing you, your pain

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Our youngest has a Squishmallows advent calendar and absolutely loves it! Here’s his haul so far. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Let’s play a game I made up just now called Triage Nurse fill in the blank or finish that thought. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

What is the first nursing skill to go if you don’t use it often enough? And yes, my beard was that long. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

This is fiction and wishful thinking. I never remember my password. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

This probably won’t be of the most practical items I’ve 3D printed. A touch of apple cider vinegar and a couple drops of dish soap and you’ll catch a whole bunch. They’re really bad this year. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Maybe it’ll make for an easier day? 😂 😂 😂 Drive safely everyone! #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

My kids have a snow day, and my wife gets to work from home today, and the kids asked me. Why do I have to go to work? #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Despite the winter weather advisory the ER never closes! This was the view of our campus as I arrived at work. It’s much worse now and will continue to degrade. Be safe and unless you’re having an actual medical emergency, please don’t risk the roads. #ernurse #nurses

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

I am a big advocate for getting ahead of and staying on top of your mental health. We all say we’re fine, but do this job long enough and there’s a decent chance you’ll experience enough trauma that one day you won’t be fine. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Someone asked me a really good question recently: If you can survive without a pancreas, why is pancreatic cancer so lethal? Just remove the cancerous pancreas and problem solved, right? Unfortunately, no. And here’s why. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

I love the sound from the Madagascar movie, and this was the perfect opportunity to use it. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

When people ask me if I like country music, I shrug and say “well, it depends on who’s singing it…” Thanks to Mole the Murse for letting me know about this awesome cover. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

I think we take for granted the work our states’ departments of transportation do to keep the roads clear. I was dreading my drive home tonight but the roads were in great shape and the drive was uneventful. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent

[Gary The ER Nurse @GaryTheERNurse]

Let’s talk about blood tubes and draw order. As always follow your hospital’s or facility’s protocols and procedures. If I look a little puffy, this was a year ago and about 55lbs heavier. #ernurse #nurses #nursingschool #nursingstudent