Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship / NICU

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary:

Are you interested in the NICU Tract?  Under the guidance of APP Leadership, APP Fellowship Program Leaders, Preceptors, Mentors, and other health-care professionals at CHLA, will participate in a time limited, twelve-month rotational fellowship training program to build Advanced Practice skills. Develop the academic knowledge and clinical advanced practice fundamentals, and administrative experience necessary to be an exemplary Advance Practice provider. Full time employment is not guaranteed at the end of the fellowship. 

*Program will start on October 26, 2026  See our website for more information at https://www.chla.org/fellowship/advanced-practice-provider-fellowship

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:
• Knowledge of pediatric patient care principles, and ability to manage specialty patient care and emergencies by prioritizing patient care acuity and tasks, collaborating with entire care team critically, comprehensively both verbally and in writing.
• Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• Less than 2-year experience as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Education/Licensure/Certification required for Nurse Practitioner: 
• Master of Science degree in Nursing from an accredited graduate school of nursing approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing for “hold out as Nurse Practitioner” as defined in Nurse Practice Act, Business and Professional Code.
• Current, unrestricted   California Nurse-Practitioner license

. Neonatal Nurse-Practitioner [NICU Track]

• NP Furnishing license required
  • Current national certification as nurse-practitioner in area of educational training:
  • Outpatient patient care and consulting services:
  • Primary-care Certification preferred.
  • In-patient/Out-patient patient care
  • Acute care OR Dual Certification preferred.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Required for Physician Assistant: 

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) AND/OR Health-related master’s degree.
• Current Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure & DEA
  • Certification in the State of California required as a Physician Assistant by a nationally accredited Physician Assistant organization.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) & Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

 For all *2 reference letters will also need to be sent by your references directly to: Andree Mulia Sr. Talent Advisor

AMulia@chla.usc.edu

Pay Scale Information: CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Posting Range: $99,008.00-$169,728.00 Location/Org Data : Closing:

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.