Pediatric Special Care Unit (PSCU)

The 22-bed Pediatric Special Care Unit (PSCU) at Orlando Health Children's Arnold Palmer Hospital is designed to care for children who are moderately critically ill or recovering from surgery or traumatic injury. These children require a higher level of care but are suffering from less complex conditions and do not need the support of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).

Our Pediatric Critical Care physicians (doctors specially trained in children’s critical care) work closely with our medical and surgical specialists to provide the best treatment possible for your child. In addition, our multidisciplinary team is led by Pediatric Critical Care attendings and supported by fellows, resident physicians, nurses, advanced practice nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, clinical pharmacists, clinical technicians, dieticians, Child Life specialists, Patient and Family Counseling and chaplains are providing care for your child and family.