Jennifer Banek with daughter Lily, stepsons Gabe and Luke, and husband Rafal Banek.

ABOUT JENNIFER BANEK

Elected to the Cook Memorial Library board in 2018.
A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (also called nurse anesthesiologist) since 2009.
Master’s of science degree in Nursing from DePaul University. Nurse anesthesia training at NorthShore School of Nurse Anesthesia in Evanston, IL. Bachelor's degree in biology from Illinois State University.
Serving in the Army Reserves as a nurse anesthesiologist for approximately 9 years. She has the rank of Captain.
A board member for the Illinois Association of Nurse Anesthetists and a committee member of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. Recently recognized by the association as “Advocate of the Year."

Grew up in Mundelein and graduated from Mundelein High School. After leaving the area for a time, she returned to raise her children.
Has two daughters, Emma and Lillian, and two stepsons, Gabe and Luke. Husband Rafal Banek is a nurse anesthetist in the Naval Reserves.
Enjoys traveling and camping with her family, and especially likes to visit the National Parks.
Active in College Bound Opportunities, a Lake County organization.