Carmen Montroy
Vardaman,MS
Summary
I’m a highly qualified registered nurse and newly certified family nurse practitioner with over 17 years of experience in patient care. I’ve worked with people of all ages and backgrounds, and I’m comfortable managing a wide range of medical conditions. My strongest area is wound care, it’s where I feel most confident and where I’ve developed the deepest skills. I’m also trained in vascular access and PICC line insertions, and I take pride in doing those procedures safely and efficiently.
One of my best qualities is being able to adapt to changes in healthcare. I stay focused on improving patient outcomes and believe strongly in the power of patient education. I care deeply about helping people in rural communities get the care they need, and I always try to bring compassion, clear communication, and critical thinking to every patient interaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Vascular Access RN
Nurse Pro Plus
06.2022 - Current
- North Mississippi Region
- Monitored patients post-procedure, ensuring timely identification of complications and swift intervention strategies.
- Improved patient satisfaction with thorough explanations of procedures and reassurance during treatments.
- Maintained high standards of infection control, adhering to strict sterile technique during all procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in continuing education opportunities and relevant conferences and workshops.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Wound Care RN
OCH Healing and Hyperbaric Center
Starkville, MS
08.2015 - 06.2022
- Assessed and documented patient wound conditions, ensuring accurate treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on wound care management and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in wound healing interventions.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Initiated wound vac therapy with patient education.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients with various types of wounds, determining appropriate interventions and treatments.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Medical/Surgical RN
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2010 - 08.2015
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting effective recovery strategies.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Education
MSN, FNP -
South University Online
Savannah, GABSN, RN - undefined
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MSADN, RN - undefined
National American University
Kansas City, MOPre-requisites nursing - undefined
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MSGraduate Diploma - undefined
Vardaman High School
Vardaman, MSSkills
- Vascular access
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking skills
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- Family education strategies
- Continuing education participation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Compassionate and caring
- Strong clinical judgment
- CPR certification
- Wound assessment
- Wound care management
- Compression therapy
- Diabetic foot care
- Surgical wound care
- Arterial ulcer treatment
- Nail care in high-risk patients
- Skin integrity maintenance
- Venous leg ulcer management
- Wound healing stages
- Advanced wound care
Certification
- PICC Midline Insertion Training - Knoxville, TN
- Healogics Wound Care Training, Jacksonville, FL
- Licensed Registered Nurse - Multi-state
- AANP Board Certification - 2025
ADDRESS
- 838 Hwy 341
- Vardaman, MS 38878
PHONE
(662)983-8805
c_williams20@hotmail.com
COMMUNICATION
Collaborating with colleagues, patients, and families to support increased quality of life and optimize healthcare plans to optimize patient outcomes.
LEADERSHIP
As a provider I hope to assess, diagnose, and treat patients to the full extent of my scope of practice. I will advocate for positive patient outcomes while collaborating with other specialties to maximize outcomes and provide a compassionate and trusting work environment.
Preceptor/Clinical NP Rotations
- OCH Medical Associates- Dr. Joshua Black, MD 540 Clinical Hours
- North Mississippi Medical Center Pediatric Clinic, Eupora, MS- Holly Wood, FNP 180 Hours
- Mississippi Department of Health, Tupelo, MS Benjamin Spencer, NP, Women’s Health 180 hours
Additional Information
Experience in Geriatric Care in a nursing facility including medication administration, wound care treatments, and bedside patient care.
Geropsych experience on a behavioral unit including medication administration, continued behavioral monitoring, and family education.
References
Joanna Johnson, RN, Nurse Manager
OCH Healing and Hyperbarics
Starkville, MS
662-615-2791
Carmen Byrd, FNP-C
OCH Healing and Hyperbarics
Starkville, MS
662-615-2791
Tara Adams, RN
North Mississippi Medical Center
662-983-5963
Josh Black, MD
OCH Medical Associates
662-615-3771
Blake Parsons, RN
Nurse Pro Plus
931-446-4640
Timeline
Traveling Vascular Access RN
Nurse Pro Plus
06.2022 - Current
Wound Care RN
OCH Healing and Hyperbaric Center
08.2015 - 06.2022
Medical/Surgical RN
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital
01.2010 - 08.2015
BSN, RN - undefined
University of Mississippi Medical Center
ADN, RN - undefined
National American University
Pre-requisites nursing - undefined
Itawamba Community College
Graduate Diploma - undefined
Vardaman High School
MSN, FNP -
South University Online