Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Daisy Award
RegisteredNurse
Blaise M.  Yakam, MSN, BSN, RN

Blaise M. Yakam, MSN, BSN, RN

Psych RN
Heartland,Texas

Summary

Dynamic Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Yuma Regional Medical Center, adept at crisis intervention and culturally competent care. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective medication administration and monitoring. Strong interpersonal skills foster trust and communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Windsor Rehabilitation Center
250 W British Flying School Blvd, Terrell, TX 7516
12.2025 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

Registered Nurse

Crestwood Health and Rehabilitation Center R
1448 Houston St, Wills Point, Texas, 75169
09.2025 - Current
  • Administered patient medications and monitored responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments, documenting patient progress and adjusting care plans as necessary.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Yuma Regional Medical Center
7201 E 31st Place Yuma, AZ 85365
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Vista Del Mar Hospital
801 Seneca Street, Ventura, California, 93001
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Oklahoma Department Of Mental Health & Substance
702 N. Grand, Enid, OK
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Received Crisis Calls from Law enforcement, Fire Fighter, Hospitals... via government provided MyCare Ipads.
  • Screened client via videoconference and filled URC screening form.
  • Welcomed clients in clinic and performed full assessment.
  • Connected clients in crisis with Licensed Mental Health Professionals: LMHP-MHT-LPRSS-RSS
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.

Travel Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
325 Parkside Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80910
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Used Cerner PowerChart software to create patient lists, establish relationships, enter patients' charts, administer medications and treatments, and admit new patients to the facility.
  • Delivered outstanding care to 12 patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Travel. Registered Nurse

Virginia Gay Hospital
502 N 9th Ave, Vinton, IA 52349
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions and engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.

Travel Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Society
150 Co Rd. 34 Arthur, ND 58006
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Documented patient interactions and interventions in Point Click Clear.
  • Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop, implement and manage care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients' individual needs.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Cared for patients in a 20-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.

Registered Nurse - LTC

Las Brisas Rehabilitation and Wellness Suites
3421 W Story Rd, Irving, Texas, 75038
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
  • Assessed and responded to changes in patient condition rapidly, initiating appropriate interventions as needed to prevent complications or decline.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and treatment plan adherence.

Travel Registered Nurse - Corrections

Eastern Correctional Institution
300 East Madison Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
04.2021 - 07.2021
  • Cared for patients in 3000 Inmates Correction unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to inmates.
  • Checked instruments and insured proper functioning
  • Counted sharps and logged totals into sharps log book
  • Stamped-Dated and Triaged Sick Calls
  • Scheduled Sick Call visit per order of priority
  • Called up emergent patients, assessed and treated or referred to other specialties
  • Ran medication and Insulin passes
  • Performed transfers and Sick call runs
  • Provided chronic or acute care to patients based on their condition
  • Administered medications to 220 patients and monitored response to medications

Registered Nurse

Crestwood Health & Rehabilitation Center - Skilled Nursing
1448 Houston St, Wills Point, Texas, 75169
06.2020 - 12.2020
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Registered Nurse

San Remo Skilled Nursing Community
3550 Shiloh Rd, Richardson, Texas, 75082
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Certified Medication Aide

Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation
2625 Belt Line Rd, Garland, Texas, 75044
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.

Insurance Agent

World Financial Group Wfg
Dallas Texas
05.2014 - 04.2020
  • Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
  • Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
  • Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Palamino Place - Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
3160 Gus Thomasson Rd, Mesquite, Texas, 75150
06.2019 - 10.2019
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Independent Insurance Agent

Legacy Assurance Insurance
Richardson, TX
02.2011 - 04.2014
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided prompt responses to inquiries from both prospective and existing clients, demonstrating a commitment to exceptional service.

Captive Insurance Agent Intern

State Farm Fire & Casualty Co
Austin , TX
07.2007 - 12.2010

Successfully applied, gained acceptance and graduated from the State Farm Business Opportunity program.

  • Developed a workable business plan with 3 years projection.
  • Received training in all aspects of running and operating an Insurance Agency.

Owner Operator and Manager

Mr. Clean Janitorial Services
Dallas, Texas
12.1999 - 06.2007
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans for revenue growth, focusing on diversification and market expansion.
  • Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Management Consultant

Quebec Foreign Service
Quebec ., Canada
09.1997 - 09.1999
  • Reorganized organization structure
  • Provided recommendations that led to 10% overall improvement in productivity.
  • Designed customized training programs to enhance employee skills and improve productivity levels.
  • Increased client revenue through effective sales strategy development and implementation.

Education

Master of Science - Post Master's Psychiatric And Mental Health NP

West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA
04-2026

Post Graduate Masters in Family Nurse Practice - Family Nurse Practice

West Coast University
North Hollywood, CA
12-2023

Masters of Science - Masters of Science in Nursing Education

West Coast University
Dallas
10-2021

Associate of Science - Science

Dallas Community College District
Dallas
04-2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University
Dallas
04-2017

MBA - Masters Degree In Public Administration

National School Of Public Administration
Montreal, Quebec
08-1998

MBA - Advanced Diploma In International Public Administration

National School Of Public Administration
Montreal, Quebec
08-1997

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of Yaounde
Yaounde, Cameroon
08-1994

Skills

  • Nursing Skills
  • BLS Basic Life Support
  • ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Cardiovascular Procedures: Ted hoses, ace wraps, CPR, defibrillation
  • Gastrointestinal Procedures: G-tube feeding, nasogastric, tracheostomy
  • Genitourinary Procedures: Bladder catheterization, inputs and outputs, scan
  • Intravenous Skills: PCA pump, blood administration, infusion, IV change
  • Medication: PO, topical, rectal, vaginal, sublingual, inhaled, IM, subQ
  • Pulmonary Procedures: Oxygen, incentive spirometer, tracheostomy care
  • Electronic Health Record:
  • Alvatar
  • CERNER
  • Epic
  • Meditech
  • Matrix
  • Netsmart myUnity
  • PointClickCare
  • People Skills
  • Community organizer, Founder and president of Nde Fraternity
  • Technical Skills
  • Computer Fluency: Word, Power Point, Excel
  • Nurse education program development
  • Mental health evaluation
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Medication administration
  • Crisis intervention
  • Suicide prevention
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Individual counseling
  • Client education
  • Psychoeducation delivery
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Medication and IV administration

Accomplishments

  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to 24 patients in an inpatient psychiatric environment.

Affiliations

Sigma Chi Beta, international honor society of nurses

American Heart Association: Healthcare Provider, Certified CPR provider

American Red Cross: Volunteer, providing help in time of sinister

Meals of Wheels: Volunteer, distributing hot and cold meals to eligible people

Nde Fraternity Inc . Providing school benches to the underprivileged

Certification

ACLS

ALS

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Windsor Rehabilitation Center
12.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Crestwood Health and Rehabilitation Center R
09.2025 - Current

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Yuma Regional Medical Center
08.2024 - 08.2025

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Vista Del Mar Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Oklahoma Department Of Mental Health & Substance
10.2022 - 12.2022

Travel Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2022

Travel. Registered Nurse

Virginia Gay Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2022

Travel Registered Nurse

Good Samaritan Society
01.2022 - 02.2022

Travel Registered Nurse - Corrections

Eastern Correctional Institution
04.2021 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse - LTC

Las Brisas Rehabilitation and Wellness Suites
10.2020 - 11.2021

Registered Nurse

Crestwood Health & Rehabilitation Center - Skilled Nursing
06.2020 - 12.2020

Registered Nurse

San Remo Skilled Nursing Community
05.2020 - 10.2020

Certified Medication Aide

Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation
10.2019 - 05.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Palamino Place - Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2019 - 10.2019

Insurance Agent

World Financial Group Wfg
05.2014 - 04.2020

Independent Insurance Agent

Legacy Assurance Insurance
02.2011 - 04.2014

Captive Insurance Agent Intern

State Farm Fire & Casualty Co
07.2007 - 12.2010

Owner Operator and Manager

Mr. Clean Janitorial Services
12.1999 - 06.2007

Management Consultant

Quebec Foreign Service
09.1997 - 09.1999

Post Graduate Masters in Family Nurse Practice - Family Nurse Practice

West Coast University

Masters of Science - Masters of Science in Nursing Education

West Coast University

Associate of Science - Science

Dallas Community College District

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University

MBA - Masters Degree In Public Administration

National School Of Public Administration

MBA - Advanced Diploma In International Public Administration

National School Of Public Administration

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University Of Yaounde

Master of Science - Post Master's Psychiatric And Mental Health NP

West Coast University

Daisy Award

Daisy Award Winner, On Vida Health, Yuma, Arizona 04/2025

Blaise M. Yakam, MSN, BSN, RNPsych RN
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