Hazel Hilado-Almores
Skokie,IL
Summary
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care -certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Oncology and Wound Care. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Knowledgeable Nurse Practitioner possesses detailed understanding of principles, methods and procedures. Develops custom treatment plans to assist diagnosis and treatment. Detail-oriented approach to assessing patient need to present problem resolution aims.
Highly skilled with 30 years of nursing experience in Medical/Surgical/Oncology inpatient and outpatient settings, Home IV infusions and Home Health care, and long-term care combined.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Medical Group
Chicago, IL
07.2019 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and reported them to physicians for further investigation.
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments.
- Managed complex pain management issues utilizing appropriate pharmacological interventions when necessary.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members about plan of care updates and changes.
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Provided direct patient care to cancer patients in an outpatient setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Provided education regarding disease processes, medication management, symptom control and nutrition therapy to patients and families.
- Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
- Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments.
- Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions in patient charts.
- Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
- Participated in research activities related to oncology nursing practice improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated patient referrals to other healthcare professionals or community resources as needed.
- Attended weekly tumor board meetings where cases were discussed among the multi-disciplinary team members.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Clinical Oncology Nurse Leader
Presence St. Francis Hospital
Evanston, IL
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Designed and implemented evidence-based practices in coordination with physicians.
- Proactively developed and enhanced processes with the goal of improving the clinical experience for referred patients and the referring physician.
- lead, managed, and collaborated with other health professional team members.
- maintained day-to-day operations and supervision of the cancer center.
- supported clinical associates to attain professional growth and learn new skills in collaboration with the leadership team.
- Assisted the nurse navigator with completing survivorship care plans per CoC guidelines.
Oncology Nurse
Strauss Oncology Center
Chicago, IL
09.2010 - 09.2017
- Provided direct patient care to cancer and terminally-ill patients in the outpatient center.
- Performed comprehensive health assessments on cancer patients.
- Administered chemotherapy/biotherapy infusions and performed other treatment procedures.
- Evaluated and documented patients' responses to treatments and progress.
- Educated patients and family members regarding disease process, treatment regimens, side effects, disease prevention, and health promotion strategies.
- Served as an oral chemotherapy and resource nurse for patients on oral chemotherapy.
Case Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Covenant Care At Home
Saint Charles, IL
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Monitored client progress through regular follow-up contacts.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Counseled clients on available resources within the community that could help meet their needs.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Developed individualized care plans with input from clients and their families.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
- Participated in regular team meetings and in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
- Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
- Supervised field staff and coordinated day-to-day activities.
- Lead case conferences with interdisciplinary team to provide the most quality care to patients at home.
- Provided wound consultation to patients within the home health agency as well as the skilled nursing facilities within the Covenant Retirement Communities.
- Trained nursing staff in the home health agency and skilled nursing facilities on wound management and validated wound assessment skills.
- Spearheaded the wound care team in one of the skilled nursing facilities to upgrade wound management strategies.
Case Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Assure Home Healthcare, Inc.
Skokie, IL
02.2007 - 05.2010
- Directed all patient care/nursing activities for all cases assigned.
- Supervised all health personnel providing services.
- Evaluated the performance of field personnel and facilitated their participation in in-service training and other professional development activities.
- Coordinated patient care services with physicians and other referral sources in order to meet satisfactorily their expectations.
- Communicated with patients and families in order to ensure quality care.
- Established wound care/management protocol and was successful in healing wounds.
- Demonstrated initiative and a commitment to quality care by independently completing wound care certification.
RN Staff Nurse
Glenbrook Hospital
Glenview, IL
10.2003 - 05.2007
- Provided high quality patient care on a medical-surgical-oncology inpatient unit.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients in the unit.
- acted as charge nurse, directing flow of patient admissions and discharges.
- mentored nursing students and cultivated the value of advocating for the patients in any given situation.
RN Staff Nurse
Rush North Shore Medical Center
Skokie, IL
1998 - 2003
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plan.
- Acted as charge nurse directing flow of patient admissions and discharges.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2017
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- Health and Wellness Expert
- Preventive Care
- Patient Examination
- Palliative Care
- Patient Education
- Prescribing Medications
- Diagnosis and Treatment
- Geriatric Care
- Health Promotion
- Wound care
Certification
- Wound care certification (WCC), National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy, 5/21/2025
- APN, State of Illinois, 5/31/2027
- Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification, ONCC
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Medical Group
07.2019 - Current
Clinical Oncology Nurse Leader
Presence St. Francis Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2019
Oncology Nurse
Strauss Oncology Center
09.2010 - 09.2017
Case Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Covenant Care At Home
05.2010 - 05.2013
Case Manager/Wound Care Nurse
Assure Home Healthcare, Inc.
02.2007 - 05.2010
RN Staff Nurse
Glenbrook Hospital
10.2003 - 05.2007
RN Staff Nurse
Rush North Shore Medical Center
1998 - 2003
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
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