CRNA Jobs in Illinois

CRNA jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong demand across academic medical centers, community hospitals, and ambulatory surgical centers at every level from new graduate to senior practitioner. Chicago, Peoria, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, with large systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and OSF HealthCare consistently posting openings. The most in-demand specialties are cardiac anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and obstetric anesthesia. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles44
Top employerNorthStar Anesthesia
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring29
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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TeamHealth
CRNA
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CRNA
TeamHealth
Belleville, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$203k - $239k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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TeamHealth
CRNA In Belleville, IL
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CRNA In Belleville, IL
TeamHealth
Belleville, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$225k - $265k/yr
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Cardiac CRNA In Belleville, IL
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Cardiac CRNA In Belleville, IL
TeamHealth
Belleville, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$225k - $265k/yr
10,000+

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Locums
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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
CRNA - Rockford, IL - $182,936-$310,991
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CRNA - Rockford, IL - $182,936-$310,991
Mercyhealth
Rockford, Illinois
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$183k - $311k.19/yr
5,001-10,000

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CRNA Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
4 jobs
Rockford
4 jobs
Peru
3 jobs
Belleville
3 jobs
Park Ridge
3 jobs
Peoria
2 jobs
Maywood
2 jobs
Elgin
1 job
Olney
1 job

CRNA Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

NorthStar Anesthesia
NorthStar Anesthesia7 open roles
OSF HealthCare
OSF HealthCare6 open roles
Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Insurance2
  • Transportation & Logistics1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in CRNA jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois CRNA licensure or eligibility through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Current NBCRNA certification or successful completion of the National Certification Examination
  • Graduate degree from a CRNA program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Active RN licensure in Illinois and current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications
  • Minimum clinical hours in anesthesia administration across general, regional, and obstetric cases
  • Experience or clinical rotation background in cardiac, pediatric, or trauma anesthesia settings

CRNA Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a crna in Illinois?

To practice as a crna in Illinois, you must hold an active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with a CRNA designation issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires completing an accredited nurse anesthesia graduate program and passing the National Certification Examination administered by the NBCRNA. You also need an underlying registered nurse license in Illinois. Licensure by endorsement is available for crnas already licensed in another state.

How much do CRNAs make in Illinois?

CRNAs 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 crnas in Illinois?

Employers hiring crnas in Illinois right now include NorthStar Anesthesia, OSF HealthCare, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, particularly those anchored in the Chicago metro and downstate academic medical centers, generate the most consistent volume of crna openings statewide.

Which Illinois cities have the most crna jobs?

Chicago, Rockford, and Peru have the most crna openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its dense concentration of Level I trauma centers, academic medical systems, and ambulatory surgical networks, while Peoria and Springfield draw openings from major regional systems like OSF HealthCare and HSHS Medical Group that serve large patient populations across central and downstate Illinois.

Are there remote crna jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Anesthesia is a hands-on clinical role that requires physical presence with the patient, so the vast majority of crna positions are fully on-site. About 0% of crna openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve anesthesia consulting, telemedicine oversight, or administrative and educational functions rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a crna in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse anesthesia residency or new-graduate transition program offered by large Illinois systems such as Northwestern Medicine or Advocate Health Care, which structure onboarding specifically for crnas who have recently completed their accredited program. Candidates who have clinical backgrounds as ICU or cardiac care nurses carry a strong advantage, since those roles build the critical care foundation Illinois employers look for. Holding an active Illinois APRN-CRNA license on day one of your job search removes a significant barrier.

Where can I find and apply to crna jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to crna jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that fit your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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