Part-Time CRNA - Crystal Lake, IL $125,000 - $195,000

CRNAIncludes callPart-Time MD-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$125K–$195K

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Mercyhealth has an exciting part‑time CRNA opportunity to join our excellent Anesthesia team in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Opportunity

20-30 hour work weeks

EPIC EMR

  • Vast multi-specialty referral sources
  • 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited CRNA program
  • Skilled at providing exceptional care
  • The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team

Compensation and Benefits

  • Highly competitive compensation: $125,000 - $195,000
  • Retention bonus!
  • CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed

Malpractice and Tail Insurance Provided

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc.
  • Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Strategic partnership with the provider liaisons

About Mercyhealth

Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.

With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

About the Community

Crystal Lake, named for its beautiful crystal-clear lake, is a vibrant city with a rich history and a lively downtown area. Originally settled in the 1830s, the town grew as a resort destination in the late 19th century, attracting visitors from Chicago who wanted to enjoy the lake’s beauty.

Today, Crystal Lake offers residents and visitors a mix of outdoor recreation, local shops, and a bustling arts scene. The lake remains a focal point for the community, with activities such as boating, fishing, and beach fun in the summer.

The downtown area is home to unique boutiques, restaurants, and theaters, including the Raue Center for the Arts, which hosts a variety of performances. With its blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and modern conveniences, Crystal Lake is a great place to live and visit.

Cost of living: Crystal Lake offers a balance between affordable housing and suburban amenities, making it an attractive option for families.

Known for: Crystal Lake itself, as well as its beautiful parks and proximity to Chicago

History: Founded in 1835, Crystal Lake was initially a resort town and became known for its beautiful lake and outdoor activities.

Learn More

  • Crystal Lake Recreation
  • Crystal Lake Beach Park
  • Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®
  • Provider Recruiter
  • Mercyhealth
  • 815-971-2920 molsen@mhemail.org

Pay Range

$182,936.00 - $310,991.20

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

  • Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • Generous, accruing paid time off
  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  • Career advancement and educational opportunities
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Well-being Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Financial Education
  • Annual recognition/awards events
  • Partner appreciation days
  • Family entertainment/attractions discount

Community Service/improvement Opportunities

Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

  • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
  • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

Key Responsibilities

The CRNA will provide exceptional anesthesia care as part of a multi-specialty team at Mercyhealth. Responsibilities include utilizing the EPIC EMR system and collaborating with various medical departments to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient careTeamworkCommunicationNeurosurgery supportRobotic surgery supportOrthopedic surgery support

CRNA Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.6
Better work-life than 30% of Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 958 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Crystal Lake

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$353k≈ 2.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,976/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Hospitals and Health Care
Rockford, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Retention bonus
CME reimbursement
Licensure reimbursement
Malpractice and tail insurance
Health, dental, vision insurance
403(b) matching retirement
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental and caregiver leave