Encore Senior Living·Crystal Lake, Illinois
The role is responsible for administering medications to residents and maintaining accurate distribution records. Additionally, the position involves monitoring resident health and assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
Where Lives and Careers Flourish!
At Encore Senior Living, there is a strong sense of teamwork, a commitment to professional development, and a culture that encourages promotion from within. As a result, Encore team members tend to reciprocate with their personal commitment and stay with the organization for an extended tenure.
As an integral part of our organization, our employees strive to provide excellent service and care to residents and their families in warm, caring and home-like communities. We promote environments that foster independence, happiness, privacy, and dignity for residents.
If you decide to join our organization, you will see that our company culture is lived every day & we believe in our core values of integrity, compassion, quality, and diversity.
Working with seniors & for an organization that is focused on enhancing the daily lives of seniors that call our community’s home
Making a positive impact on the daily lives of seniors & their family
Working in an awesome culture and interacting with seniors each day
Working with a team that not only is meeting the current needs of clients but exceeding them with passion, innovation, and results.
SUMMARY of Duties
The Med Aid is responsible to administer medications to residents and assist with other aspects of their daily care and routine.
Properly store medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly.
Accurately maintain resident records regarding medication distribution.
Ensures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standards.
Monitor health, safety, and well-being of the residents.
Promptly report any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior to Wellness Director.
Assists with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
Must be able to work every other weekend of Saturday and Sunday.
Encore Senior Living communities are Drug-Free Work Environments.
Encore Senior Living communities are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and a valid CPR card. In Illinois, a Licensed Nurse certification is required, and one year of healthcare experience is preferred.
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.