CRNA - Rockford, IL - $182,936-$310,991

CRNAIncludes callFull-Time MD-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$183K–$311K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Mercyhealth System in Rockford, IL is currently seeking CRNAs to join our excellent Anesthesiology team!

Opportunity

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

Qualifications

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

Compensation and Benefits

  • Strategic partnership with provider liaison
  • Retention/ Sign On 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
  • Salary: $182,900-$310,900

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

Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities.

Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center.

With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.

  • Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
  • Known for: The Rock River, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and the city’s rich history in manufacturing

History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the “City of Gardens.”

Learn More

  • Anderson Japanese Gardens
  • Rockford History Tour
  • Rockford: The City of Gardens
  • Exploring Rockford's Manufacturing Heritage
  • Rock River Adventures

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 join the anesthesiology team to provide exceptional patient care across various multi-specialty referral sources. They are expected to communicate clearly and work effectively as a member of the clinical team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Team collaborationCommunicationClinical assessmentAnesthesia administration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates CRNA - Rockford, IL - $182,936-$310,991 at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) — ranked against 958 active Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings on WeekdayDoc.

CRNA Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$247k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $247k 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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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 6.1
Better work-life than 70% of Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings

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

  • Includes call

Living in Rockford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$193k≈ 1.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,195/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
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.

BEA 2024 · Rockford, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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/Sign-on bonus
CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
Malpractice and tail insurance provided
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
Short- and long-term disability
Paid parental and caregiver leave
Generous, accruing paid time off