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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

City of Hope Chicago · Zion, IL · $250,000–$280,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you faced an unexpected difficult airway. What did you do?

What they are checking: Calm execution of a difficult airway plan and knowing when to call for help.

Tell me about a medication error or near miss you were involved in and what changed afterward.

What they are checking: Honesty about mistakes and a habit of learning from them, which is central to anesthesia safety.

What types of cases and patient populations have you handled most, and which would be new to you here?

What they are checking: Honest picture of their experience range for a complex oncology surgical program.

What draws you to working in a dedicated cancer hospital in Zion versus a general surgical setting?

What they are checking: Real motivation for oncology anesthesia and likelihood of staying in a role with a large sign-on commitment.

What would you do

How do you work with the anesthesiologist and surgeon when you disagree about the plan for a case?

What they are checking: Collaborative practice and the confidence to raise safety concerns in a team-based model.

How do you prepare a scared cancer patient for anesthesia in the few minutes you have before surgery?

What they are checking: Compassionate, efficient communication that builds trust and gets informed consent right.

About the work

Walk me through your anesthesia plan for a patient with a large abdominal tumor who has had recent chemotherapy.

What they are checking: Whether they account for chemo effects on the heart, lungs, blood counts and fluid status in cancer surgery.

What is your approach to regional anesthesia and multimodal pain control for patients who may already be on opioids for cancer pain?

What they are checking: Skill in managing opioid-tolerant patients and reducing pain without oversedation.

Your patient becomes suddenly hypotensive after induction. Walk me through how you work it up and treat it.

What they are checking: Structured crisis thinking that separates causes like hypovolemia, drug effect and anaphylaxis.

How do you manage malignant hyperthermia readiness, and what would you do in the first five minutes of a crisis?

What they are checking: Knowledge of a rare but deadly emergency and whether they know the steps without looking them up.

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The full job description

As published by City of Hope Chicago.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist About City of Hope , City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. The successful candidate: Location: Zion, IL Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $250,000–$280,000 annually + $50,000 sign-on bonus Job Summary: City of Hope is seeking a skilled and compassionate CRNA to join our collaborative, medically directed anesthesia care team. In this role, you’ll work alongside anesthesiologists and fellow anesthesia providers to deliver high-quality, holistic, and evidence‑based anesthesia and pain care services for patients undergoing complex cancer treatments and procedures. This is an opportunity to practice at the top of your scope in a mission-driven environment where clinical excellence and patient experience are paramount. Key Responsibilities Provide advanced perioperative anesthesia care for patients 17 years and older across a wide range of acuity levels and clinical environments, including: Surgical Specialties • Neurosurgery • ENT • Thoracic Procedural Areas • Pain Management • Radiation Oncology • CT and MRI Responsibilities include patient assessment, anesthesia planning, induction, maintenance, emergence, and post‑anesthesia evaluation following established clinical protocols and safety standards. Minimum Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited Council on Accreditation (COA) nurse anesthesia program • Certified or recertified by the NBCRNA • Meets institutional and state criteria for medical malpractice coverage • Demonstrated clinical competency across a broad range of anesthesia techniques • Active Illinois RN license and compliance with all CRNA regulatory requirements • Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) • Current ACLS and BLS certifications City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. Please note : City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews. • Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms. • City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process. • We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer. • All communications will come from official @coh.org email addresses. • Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels. • Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices. • If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org .

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