You are here for a reason!
Hi, I’m Patrick LaRose, DNP, MSN/Ed., RN, NC-BC — a nurse educator, experienced clinician, published author, and Board Certified Nurse Coach. I teach at the DNP level, chair student projects, and firmly believe that pursuing your Doctor of Nursing Practice degree should be a transformative journey of growth—one where you develop in-demand skills focused on evidence-based practice that truly improve the delivery of care.
After years in academia and coaching, I’ve witnessed a pattern: DNP students are often left to navigate their DNP project and master complex concepts with minimal guidance. The result? Too many brilliant nurses burn out, lose focus, or doubt their ability to complete this important education.
This is exactly why I created The DNP Coach Community — a supportive, practical, and encouraging space designed specifically for nurses who want to not only complete their DNP project but actually enjoy the process of becoming a scholar-practitioner. You deserve mentorship and support during this important educational milestone, and that’s what I’m here to provide.
🎓 What You’ll Find Here
Each post and resource blends mentorship, structure, and mindset tools. Success in your DNP program isn’t just about writing a paper; it’s about designing a project that matters, staying organized, and keeping your confidence intact along the way.
Free Subscribers get access to:
💬 Access to all free community posts
Paid Subscribers get access to:
🎥 Exclusive videos on DNP project design, writing, and implementation strategies.
📘 Digital downloads & templates to simplify your process and support what you are learning in your DNP program.
💬 Community conversations where you can ask questions and share your wins. Connect with other DNP students and share camaraderie as a community of scholars.
🧭 Step-by-step guidance on:
Designing a practice question in PICOT format
Methods for using scholarly search engines as select evidence from the literature
Defining a logical and feasible outcome
Selecting an evidence-based intervention
Choosing a valid measurement tool
Developing your implementation strategy (methodology)
Conducting a literature search and crafting a clear synthesis
Light editing and feedback on your writing
🎓 Access for three 1:1 60-minute coaching session on:
Discuss and create your practice question in P.I.C.O.T. format
Discuss and create your project idea based on your needs assessment
Assistance with IRB
The DNP Coach Partner (Founders Level):
🎓 Access to me as your DNP Coach
Discuss and create your practice question in P.I.C.O.T. format
Discuss and create your project idea based on your needs assessment
Monthly scheduled 1:1 coaching session to help drive the project and answer questions you may have about the literature synthesis, driving implementation strategies, designing your data collection and analysis plan, and much more.
Direct 1:1 help with securing IRB approval at both the clinical practice site and the university.
No additional cost access to resources, tools, workshops, and our paid DNP community conversations.
Whether you are just starting your DNP program or are in a program now, you will find mentorship and coaching that meets you where you are! And, I am excited to go on this journey with you. “Let’s take this journey together.”
🌱 Why Subscribe
Some posts here will always be free and will include, short insights, reflections, and practical reminders to keep you grounded.
But my paid subscription unlocks deeper, personalized content: full-length videos that explain challenging concepts, downloadable templates and resources, and targeted writing support that can save you hours of frustration. And for the Coaching membership, you will have direct access to me as your DNP Coach!
Think of it as having a coach in your corner, cheering you on, helping you clarify your ideas, and keeping your momentum strong. Yup, that’s me.
💬 From the Coach’s Desk
You know you have what it takes to finish strong. But sometimes mustering that resilience can be tough. Having the DNP Coach at your side will help you see a clear path, give a little (or a lot) of encouragement, and someone who understands the DNP project can make all the difference in the world.
So, whether you’re outlining your PICOT question or preparing for the dissemination of your project results, or somewhere in between, this space is for you.
👉 Subscribe to The DNP Coach Newsletter today and let’s take this DNP journey together.
If you have questions about The DNP Coach or maybe want to discuss if this service is a fit for your needs, let’s have a conversation.
With encouragement,
Patrick LaRose, DNP, MSN/Ed., RN, NC-BC
DNP Coach
