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The Nurse Keith Show

The Nurse Keith Show

By: Keith Carlson RN BSN NC-BC
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 The Nurse Keith Show offers up-to-date career advice and knowledge for savvy 21st-century nurses. During each episode, Board-Certified holistic career coach Keith Carlson, BSN, RN, NC-BC explores the multiplicity of potential career pathways in nursing through inspiring interviews with healthcare thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. With the goal of helping you create the most satisfying nursing career and life possible, The Nurse Keith Show is an invaluable audio destination for ambitious, thoughtful, and forward-thinking nurses.© Keith Carlson Career Success Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease
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  • Reminiscing About Nursing, Podcasting, Social Media, and More With Dr. Renee Thompson

    Reminiscing About Nursing, Podcasting, Social Media, and More With Dr. Renee Thompson
    Dec 21 2025
    On episode 532 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith welcomes back Dr. Renee Thompson, the CEO and Founder of The Healthy Workforce Institute. In the course of this wide-ranging conversation, Keith and Renee reminisce about the very early days of nurses hanging out on Twitter, dabbling in podcasts, and finding one another in the wider nursing universe. Keith and Renee also chat about nurse bullying and incivility, where we find the profession at this time in history, where we might be headed, and what might make things better. Importantly, Keith also reflects on his podcasting journey, and the fact that this will be last interview recorded for The Nurse Keith Show for the foreseeable future. When and if the show returns is currently up for grabs, but if Keith is so moved, the podcast may reemerge from time to time. Whether you're a long-time listener or you've just discovered the show, the episode archive will remain available wherever you find podcasts, and please know that you, the listener, are greatly appreciated. Dr. Renee Thompson is the CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute, working with healthcare leaders to cultivate a professional workforce by addressing bullying and incivility. Renee is a bestselling author, hosts a popular podcast, and is one of only 30 nurses worldwide to hold the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional designation. In 2018, she was recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top 10 Voices in Healthcare for her contributions to the global online healthcare community. In 2022 and 2023, she was identified as one of LinkedIn's top 5 Nurse Influencers. In 2022, Renee was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing for her work to eradicate disruptive behaviors in healthcare, and in March 2026, Renee will be inducted as a Fellow of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership for her sustained contributions to the specialty of nursing leadership, commitment to service, and influence in shaping healthcare by addressing disruptive behaviors. Renee and her team are on a mission to create a world where bullying and incivility are immediately rejected, and kindness, respect, and professionalism become the new norm. Connect with Dr. Renee Thompson and the Healthy Workforce Institute: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Healthy Workforce Institute (HWI) HWI on Facebook HWI on Instagram Dr. Renee Thompson on LinkedIn YouTube Dr. Thompson's Coffee Break Podcast Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NurseKeith.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheCircelandtheDot.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.
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    46 mins
  • Helping DONs of Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities to Thrive

    Helping DONs of Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facilities to Thrive
    Nov 25 2025
    On episode 531 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith interviews Danine Bitting, RN, RAC-CT, a Clinical Compliance Specialist with Friends Services Alliance Compliance Collaborative, and Maria Kiwagama, MSN/MHA, CDP, CNDLTC, the Director of Nursing of Barclay Friends’ Continuing Care Retirement Community in West Chester, PA. In the course of their conversation, Keith and his guests discuss the Friends Services Alliance Compliance Collaborative's program that supports and mentors Directors of Nursing of skilled nursing and long-term care facilities in order to assure their success as leaders, not to mention the ultimate success of the facilities which they helm. Danine Bitting is a Clinical Compliance Specialist with Friends Services Alliance Compliance Collaborative (FSA), in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. FSA provides a spectrum of services for the nonprofit senior living industry. Danine has over 25 years of experience in long-term care, with a strong focus on enhancing the quality of life for residents and driving meaningful change in clinical systems. As a former Director of Nursing, Danine led two 5-STAR, non-profit facilities with goals to improve resident life and care via Person Centered Care and developing realistic systems. Danine has worked closely with two hospital networks in the Preferred Provider Network (PPN) to improve resident care following hospitalization and reduce re-hospitalizations. Maria Kiwagama is a seasoned nursing professional with over a decade of experience in clinical management, quality improvement, and nursing education. She currently serves as the Director of Nursing at Barclay Friends, a not-for-profit Kendal Affiliate that provides compassionate, home-like care for older adults. In her role, Maria oversees nursing operations across Barclay Friends’ Continuing Care Retirement Community, which includes two long-term care units, two memory care units, and a Personal Care unit. She is responsible for ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective coordination of the nursing staff within the skilled nursing department. Before joining Barclay Friends, Maria spent six years at Waverly Heights, a Life Plan Community in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania, where she held roles as Nurse Manager and RN-Assessment Coordinator. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and holds additional certifications in Wound Care and Infection Control and Prevention. Maria recently earned a dual master’s degree in Nursing Leadership and Healthcare Administration and is currently completing an Administrator in Training (AIT) program, further strengthening her leadership in long-term care. Connect with Friends Services Alliance and Barclay Friends: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Friends Services Alliance FSA on LinkedIn Barclay Friends Continuing Care Barclay Friends on Facebook Barclay Friends on LinkedIn Barclay Friends on Instagram Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at ⁠⁠⁠⁠NurseKeith.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at ⁠⁠⁠⁠TheCircelandtheDot.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.
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    51 mins
  • Continuing the Conversation About Nurse-Specific Traumatization

    Continuing the Conversation About Nurse-Specific Traumatization
    Oct 21 2025
    On episode 530 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith welcomes back Dr. Lorre Laws, PhD, RN, NC for a continuation of their previous conversation on episode 515 regarding her significant work related to the concept of nurse-specific traumatization. In the course of this dynamic conversation, Keith and Lorre dive deeper into the details of her work, including the physiology of the trauma response, how the concept of trauma-informed care is never extended to nurses' well-being, how nurses can reclaim their agency and put themselves back in the driver's seat of their lives and careers, and much more. Dr. Lorre Laws, affectionately known as "Dr. Lorre," is a gifted healer, author, nurse scientist, and integrative nursing professor who masterfully blends scientific expertise with intuitive wisdom in her transformative work. Her bestselling book, "⁠Nursing Our Healer's Heart⁠," presents groundbreaking research on trauma and burnout through the lens of spiritual awakening and heart-centered healing, offering a holistic path to recovery that nurtures the soul. As a neurospirituality expert with over 35 years of experience in healing arts, Dr. Lorre's integrative approach recognizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit, and ancestral essence. She guides individuals on profound healing journeys, helping them reconnect with their inner light and higher purpose. Her work is further enriched by her ability to access multiple ways of knowing and being in the spiritual realm, allowing her to alchemize science and spiritual healing for whole-person transformation. As the founder of The Haelan Academy, Dr. Lorre has created a sacred space for individuals to embark on transformative healing journeys. Her 12-week Healer’s Heart Academy is a testament to her innovative approach, combining cutting-edge neuroscience and trauma healing with ancient spiritual wisdom to facilitate profound personal growth and healing. Dr. Lorre's heart-centered, integrative approaches to healing have helped thousands of people in their recovery journeys, addressing all aspects of their personhood. Her work continues to bridge the gap between traditional healthcare and spiritual wellness, offering a unique and powerful perspective on healing and personal transformation. Connect with Dr. Lorre Laws: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠The Healer's Journey Podcast⁠ Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at ⁠⁠⁠NurseKeith.com⁠⁠⁠. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at ⁠⁠⁠TheCircelandtheDot.com ⁠⁠⁠or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
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