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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL

Advocate Health · Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Tell me about a case where a patient's status changed quickly on the table. What did you do, and who did you bring in?

crisis management skill and whether they escalate appropriately rather than trying to handle everything alone

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a surgeon about the anesthesia plan or timing. How did you handle it?

ability to advocate for patient safety while maintaining a working relationship with the surgical team

Tell me about a time a patient or family member was anxious or difficult right before surgery. How did you talk them through it?

bedside communication skill and ability to build trust quickly with patients they've often just met

Tell me about a time you caught a medication or dosing error, either your own or someone else's, before it reached the patient.

attention to detail and honesty about mistakes, plus commitment to a culture of safety over ego

Technical

Walk me through how you'd manage anesthesia for a trauma case coming in emergently versus a scheduled elective case. What changes in your approach?

whether the candidate can adjust their anesthetic plan and risk assessment under different time pressures and information availability

This role includes spinals, arterial lines, and some peripheral nerve blocks. Which of those are you most comfortable with, and where would you want backup or more mentoring early on?

honest self-assessment of procedural skill and willingness to admit gaps rather than overstate competence

How do you approach anesthesia planning differently for a neuro case involving the head or spine compared to a general surgery case?

depth of clinical knowledge across the varied case mix this hospital actually runs

How do you handle a transplant case anesthetically, given the physiologic instability those patients often bring to the table?

specific familiarity with transplant anesthesia, since it's named explicitly in the case mix

Walk me through your process for a pre-op assessment when you have very limited time before an emergency case.

clinical judgment under time constraints and ability to prioritize the most critical safety information

Situational

Say you're mid-case and notice the patient's airway is more difficult than the pre-op assessment suggested. What's your next move?

real-time problem-solving and adherence to difficult airway protocols under pressure

This is a teaching hospital with residents and fellows around. How do you feel about working alongside trainees or supervising them in the OR?

comfort with the academic environment and willingness to teach or collaborate rather than work in isolation

How do you keep yourself sharp on ACLS, PALS, and NRP protocols when you're not using them every day?

ongoing commitment to certification requirements and proactive skill maintenance rather than last-minute cramming

If two surgeries needing your attention are running in parallel and something goes wrong in one, how do you prioritize and communicate with the team?

judgment under competing demands and clarity of communication with the broader OR team

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The full job description

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Department: Status: Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Pay Range: $99.75 - $159.60 Advocate Health is seeking dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our esteemed Anesthesiology Team at Advocate Christ Medical Center , located in the vibrant community of Oak Lawn, Illinois . This position offers a balanced work-life schedule, a supportive team environment, and the chance to practice in a nationally recognized academic and research hospital.   Position Highlights • $100,000 sign-on bonus • Forgiveable Loan option • No call, weekends or holidays • Pay range $121 - $159/hour ($251,680 - $330,720/salary) • $2250 CME • 40 hours of CME • 30 days PTO increasing with years of service Schedule Details • Monday - Friday First Shift: 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts available • Day work:  7:30a-3:30p • Late Work: 7:30a-5:30p Clinical Scope: Provide anesthesia services patients in both elective and emergency surgical settings. Case mix includes General Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Trauma, Neuro (heads & spine), Gynecology & Transplants. CRNAs can perform spinals, arterial line placement and some peripheral nerve blocks. Candidate Requirements: License/Registration/Certification: ​ • Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND • Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA). • Active DEA registration prior to hire • For Illinois: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire • Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire Education Required: ​ ​Master’s Degree in Nursing Experience Required: No experience required. Discover Oak Lawn: Located just southwest of downtown Chicago, Oak Lawn is a vibrant community known for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and diverse recreational opportunities. Residents enjoy access to beautiful parks, a variety of dining and shopping options, and numerous cultural attractions. The city's convenient location offers easy access to major highways and public transportation, making it an ideal place to live and work. About Advocate Christ Medical Center: Advocate Christ Medical Center is a 749-bed, premier teaching institution offering a comprehensive range of services, including a Level I trauma center, advanced surgical suites, and specialized programs in cardiology, oncology, neurosciences, orthopedics, and women’s health. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and provides a patient-centered environment to ensure the highest quality of care. Join Advocate Health at Christ Medical Center and become part of a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a community that values both professional excellence and quality of life. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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