Jessica Fischer, MSN, BSPH, APRN, CPNP-AC
- Cardiology
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care
Instructor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Critical Care, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
832-826-6230
Languages: English
Departments:
Get to know Jessica Fischer, MSN, BSPH, APRN, CPNP-AC
Jessica Fischer is a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in assessing and treating children with complex congenital heart disease and heart failure. She is passionate about providing the highest quality care to her patients, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to support a holistic and evidence-based approach.
Personal Statement
I have spent the entirety of my career working at Texas Children’s Hospital in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, initially as a bedside nurse and now as a nurse practitioner. I am blessed to have the opportunity to care for some of the most resilient children in the world and support them and their families during some of their most difficult moments. I enjoy seeking out new opportunities to learn and grow as a provider to ensure I am providing the best possible care to my patients.
Clinical Interests
Heart failure and cardiomyopathies, mechanical circulatory support, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Masters | Master of Science in Nursing | 2025 |
| The University of Houston | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Nursing | 2018 |
| Sam Houston State University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Public Health | 2017 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics | Member |
| American Association of Critical Care Nursing | Member |
| National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners | Member |
| Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society | Member |
| Society of Critical Care Medicine | Member |
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