UF Health Shands Children's Hospital

ADDRESS

1600 South West Archer Road

Gainesville, FL 32608

4.4rating(25 reviews)

About this facility

UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is a hospital within a hospital on the UF Health Shands campus and provides care in more than 20 pediatric specialties. It is also home to the UF Health Shands Pediatric E.R. – the community’s first emergency department devoted to caring for children who are acutely ill or injured. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital provides care for the children of our community and the state of Florida and is a major destination center for pediatric patients from all over the United States and overseas who require specialized attention for complex medical problems. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital represents the only quaternary-care academic pediatric center in North Florida. The children’s hospital has 208 beds, including fully-equipped pediatric and neonatal intensive care units. UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital is part of the Children's Miracle Network's alliance of premier hospitals for children.

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Reviews

4.4rating(25 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working here

5.0rating

Anonymous

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

Review of UF Health Shands Children's Hospital on Oct 4, 2025

5.0rating

Pros

I learned a lot, from Berlin patients to amazing mentors to caring staff Very traveler friendly. Miss the unit. And Gainesville is a fun place to visit, too! Go gators!

Cons

None

Recommends working here

Jennifer F

CVPICU (RN)

Dec '21 - Nov '22

Review of UF Health Shands Children's Hospital on Aug 27, 2025

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Anonymous

NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

Review of UF Health Shands Children's Hospital on Apr 21, 2025

5.0rating

Anonymous

Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of UF Health Shands Children's Hospital on Feb 7, 2025

5.0rating

Pros

Good Pediatric ER unit, knowledgeable RN’s and Attending’s. Also has great ancillary staff. Management is very flexible and kind. Willing to work with you. Overall good experience.