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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Fellowship

Program Overview

The Primary Care PNP fellowship at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware is a twelve-month program incorporating continuity clinic in primary care and clinic rotations through most major pediatric subspecialties.

Weekly fellowship conferences, pediatric grand rounds, and many other didactic offerings support the fellow’s continued training in pediatrics.

PNP fellows are paired with a primary care nurse practitioner mentor and preceptor and work in the same primary care location for the full twelve months.

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Nemours PNP Fellowship FAQs:

What is the goal of the fellowship?

Postgraduate training programs for Advanced Practice Nurses are growing. The intent of the fellowship is to provide a year-long, postgraduate training experience that allows for protected learning time, exposure to pediatric subspecialties and a primary care continuity clinic. The successful fellow will gradually increase their clinic template (number of patients seen per day) each quarter, for a gradual progression over the year to a standard pediatric primary care patient schedule.

Must I graduate from my program before I apply?

No, you do not. You will need to complete board examination and licensure prior to the start date of the fellowship, but you may apply before you complete the program.

What is the start date of the fellowship?

The start date is either October 1 or November 1. The start date is selected based on accepted candidates program completion and ability to obtain licensure. However, the start date will not be later than November 1, so all requirements must be completed by that date.

How many fellows are in each cohort?

We place two fellows each year.

Is this a paid fellowship?

Yes, as an APRN fellow at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware, you will be paid an entry level APRN salary with full benefits.

Do you interview candidates for the fellowship?

Candidates for interviews will be selected following review of application materials. Interviews occur in July and early August.

Must I sign an employment contract if I'm accepted?

No, we do not require fellows to sign a commitment to work for Nemours following the fellowship. It is our hope, however, that our fellows will remain with Nemours after completion of the fellowship. Employment following the fellowship is not guaranteed.

About Our Hospital in Delaware

The Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware is a multispecialty, tertiary care teaching institution located on a 300-acre estate in the scenic Brandywine Valley in Wilmington, Del.

Among the hospital’s amenities for all staff are:

  • Free parking
  • Park-like setting
  • Gym/fitness center
  • On-site child care center for children of staff
  • Massage therapy

Living in Delaware Valley

Because of our location in the tri-state area of Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we offer unique living/working opportunities. For example, you can choose to live in the downtown Philadelphia area and easily commute to our park-like hospital campus in Wilmington.

Explore Wilmington

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware is located in Wilmington, Del., about 30 minutes from center city Philadelphia, and an easy drive to Baltimore, Lancaster County, Pa. (“Amish Country”), and the beaches in Atlantic City and Delaware. There is much to do in and around the city, including mansion and garden tours, museums, breweries, wineries, fine restaurants and numerous state parks.

Learn More About Delaware:

Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau

Delaware Tourism

Delaware’s Beaches

Explore Philadelphia

Philadelphia is the sixth largest metropolitan area in the United States and offers a wealth of historical, cultural and recreational opportunities. From world-class museums to its professional sports teams to the colorful, bustling districts of South Street, Chinatown and the Italian Market, Philadelphia has something for everyone.

Learn More About the Philadelphia Area:

New Jersey Beaches

Pennsylvania Mountains

Apply Today

Application Requirements

Deadline: May 30, 2023

Training Begins: November, 2023

We are currently accpting applications and documentation outline below at aprnfellowshipprogram@nemours.org.

1. Printable form 

2. Updated resume

3. Official transcript

4. Recommendation letter from the Director of your Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program

5. Recommendation letter from a person of your choice.

Questions About Applying?

Stacey Bachman, DNP, APRN
Program Director

Jahmya Williams
APRN Fellowship Program Coordinator
aprnfellowshipprogram@nemours.org