Show Notes
Welcome to a shiny new season of The Swab! Orca Matt Tyson AKA the Barefoot Nurse is a nomad, beach bum and a ‘try hard’’. From the army into nursing life, he loves life-long learning. Listen to the pod and then chase him down to steal some of his CPD hours - he has enough for all of us. If you want to to follow The Barefoot Nurse for some funny and helpful nursing content here are her socials: The Barefoot Nurse Facebook The Barefoot Nurse Instagram.
And if you’re not already following Georgie on here social media here are her links: Georgie Carroll Facebook Georgie Carroll Instagram Georgie Carroll Youtube If you're a nurse and want to share a funny nursing story - or if you know a legendary nurse who does amazing nursing things - join our FB page and let us know your story. Lots of cool nurses in there already, come and have a chat with your kindred spirits! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1048571625868027 For more on Georgie Carroll and her comedy gigs - check out https://www.georgiecarroll.com/.
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