Kabao Yang
Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)
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Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with nursing experience in high-acuity behavioral health, correctional medicine, and state forensic facilities. Proven expertise in crisis de-escalation, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and managing complex comorbidities. Committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate psychiatric care and improving patient outcomes through clinical excellence and therapeutic communication.
Experience
Registered Nurse, Contractor - Coalinga State Hospital - Coalinga, CA
(2024-03)
- Provide high-level nursing care within a maximum-security forensic facility.
- Execute crisis prevention interventions (CPI) to de-escalate volatile situations and maintain unit safety.
Registered Nurse, Contractor - Substance Abuse Treatment Facility - Corcoran, CA
(2023-12 - 2024-03)
- Managed care for patients undergoing detoxification and substance abuse recovery.
- Facilitated care transitions and coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of treatment.
Charge Registered Nurse - Exodus Recovery - Fresno, United States
(2021-06 - 2024-01)
- Conducted thorough psychiatric assessments and initiated immediate interventions for changes in acuity.
- Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors in an acute setting.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to develop comprehensive plans for patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse - River Vista Behavioral Hospital - Madera, CA
(2023-09 - 2023-12)
- Conducted thorough psychiatric assessments and initiated immediate interventions for changes in acuity.
- Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors in an acute setting.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to develop comprehensive plans for patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse/Care Manager - Wellpath - Fresno, CALIFORNIA
(2021-06 - 2023-09)
- Led the nursing team in a correctional setting, overseeing admissions, discharges, and daily sick calls.
- Performed mental health screenings and physical assessments for psychiatric intake.
Mental Health Worker - Exodus Recovery - Fresno, CA
(2021-05 - 2021-06)
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions to support patients in achieving individualized treatment goals.
- Contributed to a safe clinical environment by strictly adhering to regulatory guidelines and participating in team-based problem-solving.
Temp Nursing Assistant - Valley Children's Hospital, COVID 19 LABOR POOL - Madera, CA
(2020-04 - 2021-03)
- Served in a lead coordinator role, managing staff workflows and ensuring the maintenance of a sanitized, high-safety environment during a public health crisis.
Patient Care Assistant - In Home Support Services - Fresno, CA
(2017-02 - 2019-02)
- Provided personalized bedside care and ADL support for patients with mobility limitations, focusing on injury prevention and comfort.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Specialization in PMHNP - National University (2025-06)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Capella University (2022-09)
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing - Fresno City College (2020-12)
