UF Health Central Florida
Community hospital in Leesburg, FL
- Hiring days and nights
- New grads welcome on 3 roles
From 6 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jul 4, 2026Sources
The short version
UF Health Central Florida operates as part of the broader UF Health system, affiliated with the University of Florida, with facilities including UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital located in The Villages, FL.
Employer research, Jul 4, 2026
Who it fits
Best fit
- New grads: 3 of 6 roles welcome new grads
- Med surg nurses: 3 of 6 roles
Nursing here
The hard parts
Management rated low at 2.6 out of 5 on Indeed reviews
Employer research, Jul 4, 2026
Trust in colleagues cited as an area for improvement by reviewers
Employer research, Jul 4, 2026
Sense of belonging and general work happiness identified as needing improvement
Employer research, Jul 4, 2026
Job security and advancement rated below average at 2.9 out of 5
Employer research, Jul 4, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Living in Leesburg, FL
Nestled among the Harris Chain of Lakes in Central Florida, Leesburg offers a relaxed small-town feel with easy access to Orlando's metro amenities. Waterfront parks, a historic downtown district, and year-round sunshine make it appealing for nurses seeking a slower pace between shifts.
Browse roles in Leesburg- State price level · Florida
- 3% above the national average
- State index 103.4 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,258/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $52,880/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Does UF Health Central Florida hire new grads?
3 of 6 roles welcome new grads.
Which shifts are open?
Of the 4 roles with a stated shift, 2 are day shifts and 2 are night shifts.
Which units are hiring?
Med surg (3) and medical/Neuro/Oncology (1).
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to UF Health Central Florida, and we tell you what happens next.
Current openings at UF Health Central Florida
- New grads welcomed
- RN
- Night shift
- Medical, Neurology, and Oncology Unit
- RN
- Day shift
- ADN accepted
- New grads welcomed
- RN
- Night shift
- New grads welcomed
- RN
- 12-hour days
Sources
- ufhealth.org/locations/uf-health-spanish-plaines-hospital
Employer website
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