Peconic Bay Medical Center

1 Heros Way, Riverhead, NY 11901

County:SuffolkCBSA Area:New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

At a glance

Peconic Bay Medical Center is a non-profit, 286-bed acute care hospital located in Riverhead, New York, within a major metropolitan area. The hospital serves a diverse community and offers a dynamic environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking professional growth. While there is no record of previous international nurse hires, the hospital’s size and setting suggest it could be a welcoming option for those considering relocation.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 122
RN Count: 286
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in New York

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: NYSED
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: Undefined
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Pending

Relatively straightforward process

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ overview

Financials

Median $113,490

$83,900

10th

$154,440

90th

Cost of Living Index

112.47(12.47 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $100,904 (+7% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).