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Doctor Nurse Podcast: The NP Career Resource

Dr. Sandra Pagenta, DNP, APRN
Nurse Practitioners
Work-Life Balance
Entrepreneurship
Burnout
Nursing Education
Patient Care
Urinary Retention
Nursing
Nurse Practitioner
Financial Freedom
Women's Health
Investment Strategies
Semi-Retirement
Preceptor
Urology
Communication Skills
Motherhood
Healthcare Careers
Networking
Rapid Response Nursing

The Doctor Nurse Podcast with Sandra Pagenta, DNP helps new and experienced nurse practitioners navigate every stage of their careers. From landing your first NP job and building clinical confidence to career growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, and nontraditional opportunities, Sandra shares practical advice and real conversations with NPs and industry experts. Whether you're just starting out o... more

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Latest Episodes

After an unexpected eight-month pause, I’m back behind the microphone—and there couldn’t be a more fitting episode to return with than one about confidence.

In Part 2 of How to Build Confidence Without Years of Experience as an NP, we’re talking abo... more

Confidence doesn’t magically appear with time — especially for Nurse Practitioners early in their careers. In this episode, we break down how NPs can build real clinical confidence without years of experience.

You’ll learn why confidence isn’t about... more

The first year as a Nurse Practitioner can feel overwhelming, isolating, and nothing like what school prepared you for. In this episode, Sandra discusses openly the biggest challenges new NPs face—from confidence and decision-making to documentation,... more

In today’s episode, we’re breaking down what your first 90 days as a brand-new NP will really look like, even if it means fighting for an office space. From documentation and coding surprises to the emotional shift of becoming a provider, this episod... more

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Recent Guests

Reygan Tawney
Third year nurse practitioner student and women's health advocate
Episode: #140: Navigating Nursing Education: DNP vs. MSN Part 2
Dr. Joel Warsh
Board-certified pediatrician specializing in parenting wellness and integrative medicine
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Episode: #138: Navigating the Vaccine Debate with Dr. Joel Warsh
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RN and former bedside nurse turned entrepreneur.
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Episode: #137: Nurses Bridging the Gap in Foot Care Services
Dr. Anne Meneghetti
MD Physician Executive who leads the Medical Information Team at Hippocrates.
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Episode: #135: The Role of Technology in Clinical Decision Making for Nurse Practitioners
Tina Vasant
Registered nurse with a BSN and MSN specializing in acute care coordination, host of Good Nurse, Bad Nurse.
Episode: #134: Exploring the Good and Bad in Nursing
Sarah Laurenceini
Rapid Response Nurse and educator with over 20 years of experience in critical care
Host of Rapid Response Podcast
Episode: #133: 🚨 Rapid Response Secrets Every Nurse & NP Must Hear
Anna Jo
New graduate CRNA working in NYC, co-founder of Confident Care Academy
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Episode: #132: Nursing Career Growth: From ICU Nurse to CRNA with Chrissy & Anna
Chrissy Massaro
CRNA since 2017 specializing in cardiac and obstetric anesthesia, co-founder of Confident Care Academy
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Episode: #132: Nursing Career Growth: From ICU Nurse to CRNA with Chrissy & Anna
Brianna Jeskowiak
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with experience in Critical Care and entrepreneur
Episode: #130: From ICU to Side Hustle Queen: How One Acute Care NP Launched a Hormone & Weight Loss Clinic Without Quitting Her Job

Host

Sandra Pagenta
Host of The Success NP Podcast; longtime nurse practitioner advocate focusing on career growth, entrepreneurship, and leadership for NPs.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • Inspiring- Must Listen!

    Dr Pagenta is such a phenomenal interviewer, she produces such thought provoking podcasts! In a world full of distractions and information overload, put this podcast at the top of the listen list. Learning from her, as well as her featured guests, is not only inspiring and motivating, but the easy-to-follow delivery makes it possible for anyone to apply the knowledge. So happy I found this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InvestForFreedom_RN
    United States3 years ago
  • A Great Podcast!

    I have began listening to this podcast about a year, which was around the time I was graduating from my DNP-FNP program. This podcast is very informative and inspiring especially for me as a new DNP. If you are DNP or thinking about obtaining your DNP, this is definitely what you should listen to find out all the opportunities and options that out there.

    Thanks Sandra for beening a voice for the Doctor Nurses!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Step DNP-FNP
    United States3 years ago
  • Very informative!

    As a nurse practitioner, I’m always looking to expand my knowledge on different avenues I can take my career. Sandra’s podcast is great at providing resources and is very informative. I especially enjoyed the episode on finance and steps in starting your own business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rubber and
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun and motivational

    I am enjoying this podcast! Feeling motivated and inspired

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aunt_Bea
    United States4 years ago
  • Thanks a lot, Doc!

    Love this show! Dr. Sandra’s podcast is a great resource for nurses, NP’s, and students looking for inspiration. She creates a fun platform to hear real life stories about successful entrepreneurs in our profession.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nikkishiann: )
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners repeatedly mention practical, actionable takeaways for NP careers.
The host connects with guests in a genuinely supportive way that keeps listeners engaged.
Guests are described as insightful and motivating with real-world experiences.
The show is praised for inspiring nurses to pursue entrepreneurship and nonclinical opportunities.

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#138: Navigating the Vaccine Debate with Dr. Joel Warsh
Q: How can Nurse Practitioners provide education to their patients on vaccines?
By engaging in open discussions that balance risks and benefits, ensuring informed consent, and being willing to learn and educate themselves continuously.
#138: Navigating the Vaccine Debate with Dr. Joel Warsh
Q: What is your biggest mission in creating your vaccine content?
To create a discussion around vaccines that acknowledges the concerns parents have and provides a balanced perspective.
#140: Navigating Nursing Education: DNP vs. MSN Part 2
Q: What does success look like for you in your career?
Success to me is just empowering other women and allowing them to have the education and the knowledge that they deserve to take full ownership and advocacy for themselves.
#134: Exploring the Good and Bad in Nursing
Q: What do you consider to be the defining traits of a good nurse versus a bad nurse?
A good nurse is someone who prioritizes patient safety and understands when to bend policies for the patient's benefit, whereas a bad nurse disregards those principles.
#134: Exploring the Good and Bad in Nursing
Q: What unique ethical dilemmas do NPs face that might differ from those of RNs?
Nurse practitioners face the challenge of prescribing medications and must be cautious, especially when prescribing controlled substances due to the scrutiny and risk involved.

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A career-focused show for nurse practitioners exploring practical paths beyond the bedside, from landing a first NP job to entrepreneurship and leadership. Episodes emphasize mindset, proactive learning, and the realities of transitioning into provider roles, with recurring coverage of education choices (DNP vs MSN), building professional portfolios, burnout prevention, and opportunities in nonclinical paths. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on collaboration with physicians, transparent patient communication, and turning nursing expertise into tangible, scalable ventures that offer time freedom and broader impact for clinicians.

Overall, listeners are likely drawn to real-world guidance, actionable steps, and inspiration for expanding wh... more

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1. Reygan Tawney
2. Dr. Joel Warsh
3. Heather Wilson
4. Dr. Anne Meneghetti
5. Tina Vasant
6. Sarah Laurenceini
7. Anna Jo
8. Chrissy Massaro

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