IL HB4994

Changes the name of the "Medication Aide Pilot Program" to the "Medication Aide Program" and removes the 3-year time limit on the program.

Removes the restriction limiting the program to no more than 10 skilled nursing homes and removes language requiring geographic distribution throughout the state.

Removes the requirement for the Department to submit a report to the General Assembly regarding patient safety, efficiency, and errors 6 months after program termination.

Removes the provision prohibiting renewal or restoration of licenses under the Medication Aide Program.

Maintains requirements for qualified facilities including: good standing nursing home license, Five Star Quality Rating of 3-5, certification that licensed medication aides will not replace nurses, and on-duty registered nurse supervision.