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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Fellowship | Level III NICU | JPS Health Network

Acclaim Multi Specialty Group
Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2025

John Peter Smith Hospital (JPS) in Fort Worth, Texas, is offering a highly structured, year-long Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Fellowship in our Level III, 45-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) . This program provides in-depth clinical training, didactic coursework, and hands-on experience in a high-acuity environment, preparing new NNPs for a successful career in neonatal care.

Join a multidisciplinary team led by eight Neonatologists and ten Neonatal Nurse Practitioners , supported by an award-winning nursing staff, respiratory therapists, pediatric pharmacists, lactation consultants, and more. With 24 / 7 in-house Neonatologist coverage , no outpatient or transport responsibilities , and a strong emphasis on education and professional development , this is the ideal opportunity for new graduates to gain exceptional NICU experience.

Fellowship Highlights

  • One-year structured program with both clinical training and didactic coursework
  • 24 / 7 Neonatologist support in a hospital-based NICU setting
  • Hands-on experience managing high-acuity neonatal cases (575 NICU admissions per year)
  • Collaborative environment with Pediatricians, Perinatologists, and Family Medicine teams
  • Professional development opportunities, including journal clubs, skills labs, and leadership involvement

Position Details

  • Full-time position with 12-hour shifts (two NNPs during the day, one at night)
  • No outpatient clinic, well-baby nursery, or transport team coverage
  • Fellowship curriculum includes :
  • Attendance at 80 percent of mandatory lectures

  • Participation in biweekly journal clubs and literature reviews
  • Completion of two skills labs
  • Development and presentation of a quality improvement project to NICU leadership
  • Core Responsibilities

  • Manage NICU admissions and discharges
  • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and procedures
  • Lead neonatal resuscitations at high-risk deliveries and cesarean sections
  • Educate and support families through care plans and discharge processes
  • Collaborate with NICU staff and frontline clinicians to optimize patient care
  • Develop expertise in NICU-specific protocols and equipment
  • Qualifications

  • Current Texas APRN license with prescriptive authority and Texas RN license
  • National Board Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
  • DEA Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • New graduate with less than one year of experience in a Level III or IV NICU
  • Experience attending high-risk deliveries is preferred
  • Why JPS Health Network?

  • Mission-driven public health system serving Tarrant County for over 100 years
  • Educationally focused hospital with 18 residency and fellowship programs
  • Collaborative team environment with strong mentorship and learning opportunities
  • Located in Fort Worth, Texas, offering a high quality of life and a thriving medical community
  • This is a unique opportunity for new Neonatal Nurse Practitioners to receive exceptional training in a structured, supportive environment. Apply today to take the next step in your career with JPS Health Network.

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