NP Launchpad

NP Launchpad

By Jason Gleason, Christopher Gleason & Vanessa PomaricoArts
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NP Launchpad episodes

  • EP 9: Your First Clinic Day Playbook—Set the Tone for Success

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    This episode of NP Launchpad focuses on how to successfully navigate your first day in clinical practice and set the tone for your career. The hosts share practical strategies like pre-visit planning, mastering electronic health records, and using daily huddles to improve workflow, safety, and patient care. They also emphasize building meaningful patient connections, managing time effectively, and handling common challenges like running behind or triaging multiple concerns. Throughout the episode, listeners gain actionable tips to feel confident, prepared, and supported as they step into practice.

    Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform!  

    Have questions, an inspiring story or clinical pearls that you'd like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]

    Use promo code LAUNCH20 for 20% off all CE and Memberships on our site. 

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    50 min
  • EP 8: Malpractice Insurance Demystified

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    In Episode 8 of NP Launchpad, Christopher moderates a practical, no-jargon conversation with Vanessa and Jason to demystify malpractice insurance—especially the real differences between occurrence and claims-made coverage. They break down tail coverage, nose coverage, policy limits, shared vs individual policies, and key contract details that can quietly impact your financial and professional future. You’ll also hear insider tips on consent-to-settle clauses, license protection riders, moonlighting gaps, and the critical questions to ask before you change jobs or resign. The episode wraps with a Fact or Fiction round, listener mailbox questions, and a “Landing Checklist” to help you confirm exactly what coverage you have today—and what happens the day you leave.

    Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform!  

    Have questions, an inspiring story or clinical pearls that you'd like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]

    Use promo code LAUNCH20 for 20% off all CE and Memberships on our site. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/YKt0qQ2t450?si=xi7OB8hXrmIZhFep

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    44 min
  • EP 7: Offer & Negotiation — Salary, RVUs, PTO, Non-Competes

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    In Episode 7 of NP Launchpad, Christopher, Vanessa, and Jason break down how nurse practitioners can confidently evaluate offers and negotiate contracts without apology—sharing friendly, experience-based tips (not legal advice) that have worked in their own careers. They unpack total compensation beyond base salary, from productivity bonuses and CME funds to call expectations, tail coverage, noncompetes, and the hidden costs that can make or break a role. You’ll hear practical scripts to help you ask for what you deserve, negotiate in bundles, and get every promise in writing—plus the red flags that should make you pause or walk away. 

    Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform!  

    Have questions, an inspiring story or clinical pearls that you'd like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]

    Use promo code LAUNCH20 for 20% off all CE and Memberships on our site. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/e57eCIZTNGs?si=8_yg1QYIiLtv5v72

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    58 min
  • EP 6: Finding Your Flow—Clinic Workflows & Templates

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    Struggling with charting overload, inbox chaos, and never-ending clinic days? In Episode 6 of the NP Launchpad Podcast, Vanessa leads a high-impact conversation on optimizing clinic workflow, building smarter EHR templates, and creating a sustainable schedule as a nurse practitioner. Joined by Jason and Christopher, this episode breaks down practical systems to help NPs design their day with intention—using strategic time blocks, buffer slots, same-day appointments, and protected admin time to prevent burnout.

    Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform! 

    Have questions, an inspiring story or clinical pearls that you'd like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/7lTwUlm9vls?si=5Qrp_5zbfTXggkUX

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    40 min
  • EP 5: Practice Setting Considerations—Making Informed Decisions & Securing Employment

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    How do I find the right practice setting for me as an NP? In this episode, our hosts dive into the best strategies for picking your “niche” in the medical field—touting the benefits of shadowing in diverse clinical environments. We compare and contrast the most popular positions that NPs occupy, and consider stress levels, work-life balance, compensation, inter-clinic support networks, and more. 

    Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform!  

    Have questions, an inspiring story, or clinical pearls that you’d like to be heard on air? Email [email protected].

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/dDbIQ99CH3I?si=trdJMYf8C3UBNA0X

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    42 min
  • EP 4: Making It Count—Your First 90 Days on the Job

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    How can I make a good impression during my first 90 days as an NP? In this episode, our hosts give tips and tricks for pivoting to a new specialty or position, and fostering positive relationships with clinic leadership. By taking it day by day, you can build confidence, distinguish yourself amongst clinic staff, and make a positive impact on patients.   

    Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform!   

    Have questions, an inspiring story, or clinical pearls that you’d like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/H0GQAXX267w?si=opGBHnn3u2y5zq-H

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    54 min
  • EP 3: Credentialing & Privileging 101

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    NP credentialing, decoded. Establish yourself in the nurse practitioner field by streamlining administrative processes, collecting stellar recommendation letters, and keeping a squeaky clean background. Here, we discuss best practices for privileging, and when it’s best to ‘stay in your lane’ during clinical scenarios. 

    Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform! 

    Have questions, an inspiring story, or clinical pearls that you’d like to be heard on air? Email [email protected].

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/4AXeELz1a0c 

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    43 min
  • EP 2: Licensure to Liftoff — Boards, State License, NPI, DEA

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    Obtaining and maintaining NP licensure has never been easier, thanks to our NP Launchpad hosts! In this episode of our podcast, we cover how to acquire and organize the most important documents to propel your career, and secret strategies you can use to apply for board exams early. Plus, get the lowdown on DEA registration, protecting your privacy, compact licenses, and state-by-state considerations. 

    Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform! 

    Have questions, an inspiring story, or clinical pearls that you’d like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/zG5uWtG5ojs?si=HE1pZZmObS6J75Jr

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    45 min
  • EP 1: Why Did I Become an NP? — Meet Your Crew

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    In the inaugural episode of NP Launchpad, hosts Jason Gleason, Christopher Gleason, and Vanessa Pomarico get new nurse practitioners fired up and ready to enter the clinic with confidence. Learn how to develop your personal mission statement, stay motivated in tough times, and reflect on the profound impact NPs make on patient well-being. Finally, we go myth-buster mode and debunk common misconceptions related to licensure, candidacy, and HIPAA best practices. 

    Be sure to like, subscribe and share this episode, and leave us a review on your preferred streaming platform! 

    Have questions, an inspiring story, or clinical pearls that you’d like to be heard on air? Email [email protected]. 

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    YouTube: https://youtu.be/Zwta1aOtufA?si=kd4rToFNGAyGs39F

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    59 min

About NP Launchpad

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In this podcast, a dynamic trio of Fitzgerald Health's NP faculty members show you what works and what doesn’t in clinical settings and beyond. From logistical subjects like licensure, salary…