Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Neurology

Nemours Children's Health; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental & Vision

CME dollars

403(b) match

Licensure allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Tuition discount

Adoption assistance

Paternity leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to join our Neurology team in Milford and Wilmington, DE, providing independent and collaborative care for children with complex neurological conditions.

The APP will participate in the inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and outpatient clinics, manage anti-epileptic therapy, migraines and movement disorders, and partner with families to optimize long-term outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active multi-state APRN licensure with prescriptive authority required, or PA license applicable.
• APN/PA licensure in DE/PA/NJ with DEA registration for clinical practice.
• Pediatrics-focused advanced practice certification or NCCPA certification.
• AHA Healthcare Provider Certification required.
• 3+ years of experience in pediatric neurology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Headache management: assess, plan prevention and rescue strategies for migraine patients.
• Tic & movement disorders: evaluate, treat and coordinate behavioral therapy referrals.
• Seizure care: lead management in EMU and adjust anti-epileptic therapy balancing QoL.

Skills

Neurology care

Epilepsy management

Medication management

Pediatric care coordination

Education

Delaware, PA, NJ APRN licensure with prescriptive authority

DE/PA/NJ PA license

DEA registration

Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification

AHA BLS/HCP certification

Job description

Job Description

Nemours Children’s Health is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to join our Neurology team in Milford and Wilmington, DE!

The Pediatric Neurology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides independent and collaborative care within the Division of Neurology with management of children with complex neurological conditions, including medically refractory epilepsy, chronic headaches, and tic disorders, from initial evaluation through long-term follow-up.

This role is integral to the inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and outpatient subspecialty clinics, where the APP oversees diagnostic monitoring, optimizes pharmacological treatments—including specialized migraine and movement disorder protocols—and provides continuity of care for families managing chronic neurological health.

Additional Responsibilities

• Headache Management: Conducting comprehensive assessments for primary and secondary headaches, performing nerve blocks or trigger point injections if required, and developing preventative and acute \"rescue\" treatment plans.


• Tic & Movement Disorders: Evaluating motor and vocal tics, managing comorbidities associated with Tourette’s, and coordinating behavioral therapy referrals (such as Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics).


• Seizure Care: Leading medical management in the EMU and adjusting anti‑epileptic medications to balance seizure control with quality of life

What We Offer

• Competitive salary


• Health, life, dental & vision benefits for Associates and their dependents


• Wellness program


• CME days and dollars


• 403(b) with employer match


• Licensure and dues allowance after hire


• Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents


• Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Active Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey Advanced Practice Nurse Licensure with prescriptive authority required, OR Active Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey Physician Assistant License


• Delaware CSR, New Jersey CDS


• Federal DEA registration with Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersy addresses


• Current certification as a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants


• Current AHA Healthcare Provider (HCP) Certification required


• 3+ years’ experience

About Us

Nemours Children’s Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children’s health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Learn more at Nemours.org .

About The Team

At Nemours Children’s, our physicians collaborate across specialties, practices, and hospital settings to deliver care that is among the safest, most compassionate, and most advanced in pediatric medicine. As part of a fully integrated health system with strong academic partnerships, we are focused on achieving exceptional outcomes across every specialty.

We continuously measure and improve outcomes to ensure consistent, top‑tier care for children and families. Our culture supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation while advancing our mission to create the healthiest generations of children.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to creating a strong sense of belonging for patients, families, and team members alike. Nemours is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware

Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware is a 220‑bed, internationally recognized pediatric hospital and the only Level I pediatric trauma center and Level IV NICU in the state.

In the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, Nemours Children’s, Delaware is a Top 10 children’s hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region with eight nationally ranked specialties, including Top 10 in orthopedics and Top 15 in diabetes and endocrinology.

A Level I Children’s Surgery Center and three‑time Magnet®-recognized organization, Nemours Children’s continues a $130 million campus expansion enhancing cardiology, oncology, maternal fetal medicine, and surgical services.

Wilmington, Delaware

Wilmington offers an ideal blend of historic charm, economic vitality, and East Coast accessibility. Located along the scenic Brandywine River, the city features vibrant cultural districts, acclaimed restaurants, museums, performing arts venues, and miles of parks and trails.

Residents enjoy convenient access to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., along with Amtrak service throughout the Northeast Corridor. Wilmington’s strong financial, health care, and life sciences sectors, combined with excellent schools and diverse neighborhoods, make it an attractive place for professionals and families seeking both opportunity and quality of life.