The Nurse Keith Show Keith Carlson, RN, BSN, NC-BC

On episode 484 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Sonya Kulkarni and Stephanie Wang of The Health Disparities Think Tank (HDTT), an organization born of their mutual dedication to advocacy for policies that contribute to addressing and eradicating the health disparities that plague American society, the healthcare system, and the citizens we are all committed to serving.
Stephanie Wang is a student at Harvard College studying Molecular & Cellular Biology and Global Health & Health Policy. She is the Founder and Executive Director of the Health Disparities Think Tank, a multidisciplinary research and policy advocacy group combating health disparities, engaging 40+ students and 20+ mentors in projects addressing maternal mortality, climate change, cancer disparities, etc.
Stephanie's research spans applications of stem cell biology in oncology at Boston Children’s Hospital and disparities in drug pricing and pharmaceutical innovation at Harvard Medical School, with 10 papers published or under review in scholarly journals. She previously served on the board of Harvard Consulting for Business and the Environment — the largest student-led nonprofit by revenue in the country — where she spearheaded life science initiatives for 200+ members and consulted for three pharmaceutical companies with $200B+ total market cap. On the weekends, she works as a nursing assistant at Massachusetts Eye and Ear and directs Harvard’s Alzheimer’s Buddies program.
Sonya Kulkarni is a student at Harvard College studying Molecular & Cellular Biology and Economics. She is an associate for Harvard Undergraduate Consulting on Business and the Environment and a writer for the Harvard Undergraduate Health Policy Review, and has conducted research in neurodevelopment in pediatric HIV and translational molecular diagnostics at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Sonya is also a National Ambassador for the American Cancer Society and leads policy initiatives for pediatric cancer patients in Congress. Her academic and extracurricular pursuits are fueled by a fervent interest in the intersection between health, policy, and business, particularly in effecting meaningful change in drug pricing and cancer care.
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On episode 483 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Janette Moreno, an author, coach, poet, and nurse leader whose first book, "Human Caring through Healing Haiku: Mindful Journaling for Healthcare Providers", was created out of her passion and commitment to the nursing profession.
In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. Moreno discuss her journey with the poetic form of expression known as Haiku, her training as a Caritas Coach under the tutelage of Dr. Jean Watson, and her vision of how nurses can reclaim joy and wellness through thoughtful self-reflection.
Dr Janette Moreno completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice, Executive Leadership from the University of San Francisco, California in 2016. She was the Director of Nursing Education, Practice, and Professional Development at the Brawerman Nursing Institute, Cedars-Sinai from 2020 - 2024. She also served as the Director of Professional Development and Education at Stanford Children’s Hospital from 2017 – 2020. She worked at Stanford Healthcare from 2004-2017 with a clinical background as a critical care nurse focused on cardiovascular surgery prior to becoming a director, educator, clinical practice coordinator, and program manager.
With more than 20 years of clinical and leadership experience, she has extensive experience with clinical and academic teaching, mentoring, coaching, consulting, curriculum development, and professional development. Dr. Moreno has presented nationally and internationally and shared best practices of clinical excellence outcomes on professional/shared governance, professional practice, leadership development, mentoring and succession planning. She is well published in peer-reviewed journals on professional governance, Caring Science, professional practice excellence, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
She is faculty for the Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL) Foundations for Leadership Excellence and a Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) team lead appraiser for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She is a Caritas Coach and has integrated mindfulness and resilience as a transformational caring leader. She has led several organizations’ strategic integration of the Theory of Caring Science and Model of the Professional Role into practice environments that led to clinical excellence outcomes.
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On episode 482 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith welcomes back Blake Lynch — aka: Nurse Blake — to discuss his positive vision for nurses and the nursing profession through the prism of his nationwide comedy tour, nurse cruises, and his work advocating for nurses' careers and well-being through his many initiatives and endeavors.
You can hear Blake's previous interview with Nurse Keith on episode 432 of The Nurse Keith Show.
Nurse Blake is a registered nurse, author, comedian and healthcare advocate. Blake’s career began in nursing at age 17 and he quickly became known for his relatable humor and heartfelt advocacy. With a decade of experience at Level 1 trauma centers across the country, he’s seen it all and found the humor in it. His nursing journey includes roles in Surgical ICU, Liver Transplant, Pulmonary Step Down, Care Coordination, and Injury Prevention.
Blake is also a touring comedian, having performed 200+ comedy shows for an audience of over 250,000 nurses worldwide. He is the largest nurse influencer, advocating for nurses and patients on social media where he reaches more than 3 million followers.
In an effort to continue to bring the nursing community together, Nurse Blake founded NurseCon at Sea. NurseCon at Sea blends education with entertainment to foster a supportive nursing community! In its first year, NurseCon at Sea sold out in minutes. Now, NurseCon at Sea is one of the largest nursing conferences in the country with more than 4,000 participants.
Blake received his BSN from the University of Central Florida.
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On episode 481 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Jean Ross, MHA, BSN, RN, the co-founder of Primary Record, a nurse-designed app that helps families organize and collaboratively share their family’s health information across multiple platforms and electronic medical record systems. It's a medical record jungle out there, and Primary Record is Ms. Ross's answer to the growing confusion.
In the course of their conversation, Keith and Jean discuss the trends in healthcare that have led to us navigating the multitude of online patient portals and repositories of information that can make caring for ourselves and our loved ones a complicated and frustrating task. Ms. Ross also elucidates facts about the little-known 21st Century Cures Act, a law that stipulates that all healthcare consumers have a legal right to be able to view and download their online medical records. In fact, organizations that fail to provide such access can face enormous fines.
As a nurse, Jean Ross knows that providing better care starts with knowing the full story of patients. Her passion centers on supporting the family around complex patients who are instrumental in carrying out the plan of care in the home. She co-founded Primary Record after 12 years of critical care nursing and running a care coordination company, where she saw first hand the problems families and community businesses face when their health information does not follow them.
Jean serves as the chairwoman of Community Heath Network’s Indy Region Patient and Family Advisory Council, a volunteer on Indiana’s AARP legislative team, and a Dementia Champion with Dementia Friends Indiana. Jean is the eldest daughter of two aging parents, a mother of three sons, Jonas, Ian, and Otis, and the proud wife of Dr. Christian Ross.
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On episode 480 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Rachel Neill, MSN, BSN, a Senior Clinician Advocate at Vivian Health, regarding financial wellness and literacy for nurses and healthcare professionals.
Did you know that nearly 70% of nurses take out student loans? And did you also know that this financial strain drove 60% of healthcare professionals to leave and seek higher-paying roles in 2023, according to Vivian Health's 2024 Healthcare Workforce Report?
In the course of their conversation, Keith and Rachel discuss the concept of financial wellness, the burden of student loan debt, the Vivian Nurses Leadership Award, the tax implications of being a healthcare traveler, and much more. For a primer on financial wellness for nurses, this conversation is the place to be.
Rachel Neill is a Senior Clinician Advocate at Vivian Health, a leading healthcare jobs marketplace that connects professionals with optimal job opportunities through intelligent matching. With almost two decades of experience in the healthcare industry, she leverages her expertise in data-driven practices, clinical training, and innovation development to support and empower the health care workforce. Rachel’s latest endeavors include how to best leverage technology to create the most effective and efficient healthcare systems.
Rachel has a Master of Science in Nursing, a clinical background with over a decade in PICU and surgery, and additional experience in quality improvement, education and leadership. As a seasoned nurse leader, she is passionate about improving healthcare infrastructure and workforce development to help global communities thrive. She also partners with healthcare systems and startups as an owner of InnovatRN, a venture that provides professional development resources, content strategy, and early stage clinical product development. Rachel enjoys working with healthcare ecosystems that are committed to transformation through investment in the human side of healthcare.
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On episode 479 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Dr. Elisabeth McGee, PhD, DPT, MOT, MTC, CHSE, the Senior Director of Clinical Learning and Innovation at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Dr. McGee spearheads initiatives using advanced simulation technologies, telehealth, 3D printing, XR, and digital learning tools to enhance student learning outcomes.
In the course of their conversation, Keith and Dr. McGee discuss how strong beliefs in the power of innovation in the healthcare space are influencing the education and training of future healthcare professionals.
Dr. McGee is not just a faculty member at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences; she’s a trailblazer in healthcare education, leveraging cutting-edge tech to train the next generation of clinicians. She began her career as a physical and occupational therapist specializing in orthopedics and upper extremity trauma, but her passion for educational technology led her to academia, where she’s now a leader in integrating advanced tech and innovation into healthcare education. Dr. McGee holds her PhD in Educational Technology.
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