Getting On (2013)
Overview
Getting On takes viewers into the chaotic world of a beleaguered geriatric care unit within a struggling hospital. The show highlights the lives of overworked nurses, frazzled doctors, and stressed administrators as they navigate the harsh yet humorous truths of elderly care. Through its blend of dark comedy and genuine compassion, the series reveals the challenges and poignant moments faced by those dedicated to their patients, shedding light on the complexities of aging and the healthcare system's shortcomings.
Episodes
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1
Born on the Fourth of July
On Independence Day at the Billy Barnes Extended Care Unit, rookie nurse DiDi Ortley faces a messy dilemma on her first day. She finds feces on a loun...
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2
If You're Going to San Francisco
Following Beverly's exit, the Billy Barnes staff welcomes a new male Supervising Nurse, Patsy De La Serda, who is eager to implement a customer-focus...
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3
Make Someone Happy
DiDi finds herself in "conflict resolution" after Patsy lodges a complaint against her for inappropriate comments. Meanwhile, Dawn discovers that bein...
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4
Dumped
Dr. James introduces a new exercise program for the elderly in the ward, much to Patsy's dismay, as she focuses on her "Make Someone Happy" project t...
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5
Nightshift
DiDi's peaceful night shift is disrupted by a new Swedish-speaking patient and a rowdy group of intoxicated guests. After a disastrous dinner party, D...
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6
The Concert
In the gripping season finale, Phyllis faces a rollercoaster of emotions as her mother's health fluctuates dramatically. Jenna attempts to use her cha...
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1
No Such Thing as Idealized Genitalia
Dr. James is inundated with his various research projects. Meanwhile, DiDi is on a mission to negotiate a salary increase for herself. On another fron...
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2
Is Soap a Hazardous Substance?
With the launch of a new hospice program, DiDi finds herself juggling additional duties. Meanwhile, Dawn begins to contemplate what lies ahead for he...
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3
Turnips...North Day...Yes, yes.
A server malfunction causes chaos among the team. In the midst of the turmoil, Didi accidentally treads on Dr. Stickley’s foot, adding to the day's...
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4
The 7th Annual Christmas Card Competition
Jenna's photo inadvertently enters a Christmas Card contest, sparking unexpected excitement. Meanwhile, Didi becomes enamored with a charming doctor w...
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5
The Revolving Door Admit
In "The Revolving Door Admit," DiDi finds herself navigating the challenges of her younger sister, who is temporarily working on the ward and eager to...
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6
Doctor Death
In the climactic Season 2 finale, alarming revelations about the hospice program emerge from a whistle-blower, threatening the staff's job security. S...
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1
This Is About Vomit, People.
Dr. Jenna James struggles to leave behind her controversial hospice incident, only to feel her position jeopardized by a charming new physician. Mean...
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2
Don't Let It Get In You Or On You
The team grapples with an outbreak of infectious disease that threatens their workplace. DiDi's personal life intrudes as her sister-in-law, Yvette, a...
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3
No, I Don't Want a F***ing Smiley Face
As Dr. James gears up for a conference, he finds himself entangled in the complexities of workplace dynamics. A convicted felon battling cancer, known...
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4
Am I Still Me?
On the day of her "Sympoosium," Dr. James is plagued by unexpected complications. Patsy embraces his truth, and DiDi finds herself caught between her ...
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5
Please Partake Of A Memorial Orange
As the ward's future hangs in uncertainty, DiDi searches for solutions to secure its survival while also facing pressure from Dawn to act as her heal...
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6
Reduced To Eating Boiled Magazines and Book Paste
In the climactic final episode, DiDi takes a stand on the picket line, desperately trying to prevent the closure of the Billy Barnes. Simultaneously,...
