Rhonda Tollison
Corinth,MS
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter
Angie Smith
Corinth, MS
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
- Followed the manufacturer's instructions when mixing chemicals for special applications.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Provided expert advice on the best products to use for various jobs.
- Sanded woodwork prior to staining or painting.
- Assessed work areas to determine safety measures required before beginning the job.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Ensured proper ventilation while using solvents or oil-based paints.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting or wallpapering rooms.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job.
- Smoothed surfaces using sandpaper, scrapers or sanding machines.
- Removed old finishes by stripping, sanding or using water or abrasive blasting.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Prepared surfaces, applied primer and paint using brushes and rollers.
- Performed minor drywall repairs before painting.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and tools daily.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Removed old paint from surfaces via sanding or scraping methods.
- Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate paint types for specific surfaces.
- Worked on ladders, scaffolding, and lifts as required by job location.
- Completed both interior and exterior painting assignments successfully.
- Washed and treated surfaces with oil, turpentine or other preparations.
Caregiver
Fondition House
Indy, IN
05.2016 - 02.2022
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shelby High School
Shelby, NC05-1987
Skills
- Venetian finishes
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Respirator operation
- Finishing Techniques
- Surface Preparation
- Paint mixing
- Quality Assurance
- Creative Thinking
- Strong Work Ethic
- Project Management
- Exterior Painting
- Wall and surface repair
- Team Player
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication
- Scaffolding Setup
- Time Management
- Inventory Control
- Caulking and Crack Filling
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Safety awareness
- Customer Service
- Punctual and Dependable
- Primer Application
- Creative
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Computer literate
- Attention to Detail
- Hand and power tools
- Safety understanding
- Scaffolding Erection
- Effective Multitasking
Timeline
Painter
Angie Smith
04.2022 - 03.2024
Caregiver
Fondition House
05.2016 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Shelby High School