Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in Illinois

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active advanced practice nursing markets in the Midwest, concentrated across major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and ambulatory surgical centers at every level from new graduate CRNAs through senior and chief roles. Most hiring is anchored in Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield, where large employers like Northwestern Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine, and OSF HealthCare maintain consistent demand. The most in-demand specialties include cardiac, pediatric, and obstetric anesthesia. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22
Top employerAdvocate Aurora Health
Top cityPark Ridge, IL
Cities hiring16
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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UChicago Medicine
Nurse Anesthetist - Certified (Call), Full - Time, Rotating
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UChicago Medicine
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Nurse Anesthetist - Certified (Call), Full - Time, Rotating
UChicago Medicine
Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Endeavor Health
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
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Endeavor Health
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Endeavor Health
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$122.60 - $162.41/hr
On-Site
Master's

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Endeavor Health
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
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Endeavor Health
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Endeavor Health
Evanston, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$122.60 - $162.41/hr
On-Site
Other

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Locums Choice
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Locums
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Locums Choice
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Locums
Locums Choice
Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services

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Mercyhealth
PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Rockford, IL
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Mercyhealth
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PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Rockford, IL
Mercyhealth
Rockford, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$85k - $145k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Park Ridge
3 jobs
Urbana
2 jobs
Chicago
2 jobs
Zion
1 job
Olney
1 job
Harvey
1 job
Decatur
1 job
Maywood
1 job
Evanston
1 job

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health5 open roles
Carle Health
Carle Health3 open roles
UChicago Medicine
UChicago Medicine3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services11
  • Insurance1
  • Science & Research1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in certified registered nurse anesthetist jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois CRNA license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation required
  • National Certification Corporation NBCRNA certification or board-eligible status within required timeframe
  • Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia master's or doctoral program required
  • Current active RN license in good standing with the State of Illinois
  • Minimum of one to three years of critical care nursing experience prior to or during CRNA training
  • Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required at time of hire

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a certified registered nurse anesthetist in Illinois?

To work as a certified registered nurse anesthetist in Illinois, you must hold an active Illinois RN license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, complete an accredited nurse anesthesia program at the master's or doctoral level, and pass the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists examination. Illinois follows national accreditation standards, so graduates of Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs programs are recognized for licensure in the state.

How much do certified registered nurse anesthetists make in Illinois?

Certified registered nurse anesthetists in Illinois earn a median of about $286,830 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,490 for the lowest 10% to over $335,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire certified registered nurse anesthetists in Illinois?

Employers hiring certified registered nurse anesthetists in Illinois right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Carle Health, and UChicago Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large academic health systems and regional surgical networks are among the most consistent sources of full-time CRNA openings across the state.

Which Illinois cities have the most certified registered nurse anesthetist jobs?

The most certified registered nurse anesthetist openings in Illinois are concentrated in Park Ridge, Illinois, and Urbana. Chicago drives the largest share of demand given its density of Level I trauma centers, academic medical centers, and high-volume ambulatory surgical centers, while Peoria and Springfield reflect the strong regional hospital systems, including OSF HealthCare and HSHS, anchoring central and downstate Illinois hiring.

Are there remote certified registered nurse anesthetist jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Certified registered nurse anesthetist work is almost entirely hands-on and requires physical presence in operating rooms, procedure suites, or labor and delivery units. About 0% of certified registered nurse anesthetist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those exceptions typically involve telehealth consultation, supervision of remote anesthesia teams, or administrative CRNA leadership roles.

How can I get hired as a certified registered nurse anesthetist in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying through new graduate CRNA residency or transition-to-practice programs, which Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and NorthShore University HealthSystem have offered to support newly certified CRNAs in Illinois. Candidates coming from ICU, cardiac care, or trauma nursing backgrounds are consistently prioritized. Holding your NBCRNA certification before your start date and completing any required Illinois IDFPR registration quickly removes the main hiring barrier for entry-level candidates.

Where can I find and apply to certified registered nurse anesthetist jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to certified registered nurse anesthetist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across hospital systems, surgical centers, and health networks. Search the listings for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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