Memorial Medical Center

Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Full Time Days APN - Advance Practice Nurse - IL Basic function:



Responsible for the administration of anesthesia employing a variety of techniques to render persons insensible to pain during a variety of surgical, dental, obstetric, and diagnostic procedures. Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and assist in identification of alternative strategies. Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, neonate through geriatrics. Assess and interpret data reflective of the patient's status and provide care relative to their age-specific needs in accordance with the department's policies, procedures, and standards of care. CRNA is medically directed by an anesthesiologist and works in a collaborative team approach to improve quality, safety, and control costs. Serve as clinical mentor for Student Nurse Anesthetists.



Specifications: knowledge, training, work experiences, and physical effort:



1. Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse in State of Illinois.

2. Completed AANA approved course in Anesthesia. Masters degree or equivalent required.

3. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist or new graduate who is eligible for certification.

4. BLS and ACLS certification required.

5. Able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and intubation.

6. Working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.

Additional Requirments / Information

Are you looking for a GREAT place to start your nursing career? Choose Memorial.

At Memorial Medical Center, we take pride in our long history of combining compassionate care with the latest medical and technological advances. We are committed to assisting with the development of the next generation of caregivers and instilling in them the spirit and passion of those who have come before us.

Memorial Medical Center, a nonprofit, acute-care hospital with 524 licensed beds, is proud to be among only five percent of hospitals in the nation who have achieved designation as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Magnet designation means that our nurses are among the best of the best. It means that at Memorial you'll work in an environment focused on teamwork and positive relationships, and you'll find a culture of excellence. We have the resources and support you'll need to provide outstanding patient care while you grow professionally.

Memorial offers:

• Flexible scheduling


• Generous salary


• Excellent benefits


• Support for new graduate nurses


• Tuition reimbursement


• Educational grants


• Clinical ladders

For more information, please visit our Web site or call our Nurse Recruiter at 217-757-7726.

Memorial Medical Center is an affiliate of Memorial Health System. Other affiliates include:

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