Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in Illinois

Nurse Anesthetist jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active advanced practice markets in the Midwest, with demand concentrated in major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and ambulatory surgical centers serving patients at every level from newly certified CRNAs through seasoned senior practitioners. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford anchor the bulk of hiring activity, with anchor institutions such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and OSF HealthCare maintaining consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include cardiac and cardiothoracic anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and obstetric anesthesia. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerNorthwestern Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring14
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Lutheran General, Park Ridge, IL
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Lutheran General, Park Ridge, IL
Advocate Aurora Health
Park Ridge, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$75 - $159.6/hr
NRP Certification
10,000+

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Locum CRNA (Nurse Anesthetist) Anesthesiology
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Locum CRNA (Nurse Anesthetist) Anesthesiology
77 Consultants
Springfield, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
PALS Certification

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Geneva, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
ML (Machine Learning)
$115.05 - $146.08/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Huntley, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
ML (Machine Learning)
$115.05 - $146.08/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Full-time, Days
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
ML (Machine Learning)
$118.5 - $150.47/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Nurse Anesthetist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
3 jobs
Urbana
2 jobs
Zion
1 job
Geneva
1 job
Harvey
1 job
Huntley
1 job
McHenry
1 job
Evanston
1 job
Rockford
1 job

Nurse Anesthetist Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Northwestern Medicine4 open roles
UChicago Medicine3 open roles
Carle Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Active Illinois CRNA license or eligibility through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Current NBCRNA certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
  • Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia program at the master's or doctoral level
  • Active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse registration in Illinois
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required at time of hire
  • Prior clinical anesthesia experience in high-acuity or surgical settings preferred

Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse anesthetist in Illinois?

To practice as a nurse anesthetist in Illinois, you must hold an Active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, with a CRNA designation. This requires completing an accredited nurse anesthesia program and passing the NBCRNA National Certification Examination. Illinois also requires a written collaboration agreement with a physician for most practice settings, though requirements may vary by employer.

How much do nurse anesthetists make in Illinois?

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 nurse anesthetists in Illinois?

Employers hiring nurse anesthetists in Illinois right now include Northwestern Medicine, UChicago Medicine, and Carle Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent CRNA demand year-round, particularly in the Chicago metropolitan area and in downstate regional hubs like Peoria and Rockford.

Which Illinois cities have the most nurse anesthetist jobs?

Chicago, Illinois, and Urbana have the most nurse anesthetist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because of its dense concentration of Level I trauma centers, academic medical centers, and large ambulatory surgical networks, while Peoria reflects OSF HealthCare's regional footprint and Rockford supports a growing surgical volume through OSF and Mercyhealth facilities.

Are there remote nurse anesthetist jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. Nurse anesthesia is a hands-on clinical role performed in operating rooms, procedure suites, and labor and delivery units, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence. About 0% of nurse anesthetist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are typically in areas like CRNA education, anesthesia quality consulting, or telemedicine oversight rather than direct patient care.

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

The most realistic entry path for new CRNAs in Illinois is applying to new-graduate or first-year CRNA residency and mentorship programs offered by large systems such as Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center, which structure supervised caseloads across specialties to build independent practice readiness. Candidates who complete their clinical rotations at an Illinois facility often have an advantage when applying there directly. Holding an active Illinois APRN-CRNA license, completing a doctoral-level anesthesia program, and demonstrating breadth across general, regional, and obstetric cases strengthens any application.

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

You can find and apply to nurse anesthetist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across hospital systems, surgical centers, and other healthcare employers. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one.

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