
Mariah Stewart
State-Certified Nursing Assistant
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State-Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in high-volume healthcare settings. Dedicated professional known for compassionate bedside manner, keen observational skills, and effective time management. Expert in mobility assistance, personal hygiene support, and geriatric care.
Proven ability to coordinate with medical teams and families to deliver individualized patient education and top-quality care. Highly organized and adept at prioritizing tasks in fast-paced environments while maintaining a strong commitment to patient safety, wellness, and satisfaction.
Experience
Certified Nursing Assistant - Richmond Place Senior Living - 3051 Rio Dosa Drive
(2022-05 - 2024-06)
- Responded to call lights promptly, ensuring patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and positioning equipment.
- Supported patient hygiene and dignity by assisting with shaving, bathing, and oral care.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with patient feedings and monitored nutritional intake to ensure dietary goals were met.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting clinical observations, and administering treatments.
- Provided high-quality resident care and support within an assisted living facility to meet diverse patient needs.
- Delivered specialized care for clients with complex diagnoses, including respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
- Responded to emergency and routine pages to assess patient needs and provide immediate intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, common areas, and nursing stations.
- Facilitated daily living activities, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Supported nursing staff by completing daily rounds, documenting vitals, and responding to patient calls.
- Provided age-appropriate and culturally sensitive care across the patient lifespan, considering developmental stages and individual backgrounds.
- Monitored specimen collection and test results, promptly alerting supervisors to significant changes in patient status.
Line Cook - Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center - 310 S Limestone
(2020-12 - 2021-07)
- Managed high-volume orders during peak periods with a high accuracy rate to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined opening and closing procedures by preparing cooking supplies and workstations to maximize productivity.
- Maintained high quality and consistency by preparing identical dishes with strict attention to detail.
- Operated various kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines to prevent malfunctions and accidents.
- Plated and presented dishes in accordance with established culinary standards.
- Sanitized workstations and cutting surfaces between tasks to prevent cross-contamination and ensure food safety.
- Prepared proteins, including meats, poultry, and fish, for specialized cooking and frying.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with necessary supplies and spices to ensure kitchen efficiency.
Prep Cook - Ramsey's Commissary - 936 Winchester Road, Lexington Kentucky 40505
(2019-11 - 2020-12)
- Ensured a hygienic kitchen environment through regular sweeping, mopping, and waste removal.
- Performed advanced prep work, including washing, peeling, and cutting produce, to optimize service speed.
- Preserved food freshness by adhering to proper storage protocols in designated refrigerators and freezers.
- Coordinated workstation setup and breakdown to maintain peak operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory by receiving shipments and organizing pantry storage.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Executed orders from the Head Chef to ensure the timely and productive preparation of meals.
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment and manually cleaned specialized kitchen utensils.
- Reduced food waste and controlled costs by ensuring precise ingredient portions.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally to enhance service trust and satisfaction.
- Identified and mitigated workflow inefficiencies to improve overall kitchen productivity.
- Collaborated with the Head Chef to develop seasonal menus and special dishes, expanding culinary variety.
- Developed new recipes and updated existing offerings to reflect current culinary trends and guest preferences.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to uphold rigorous hospitality standards.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Managed kitchen budget for supplies and labor hours, consistently meeting targets.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Cna - ShiftKey LLC - Lexington Ky
(2025-08)
Provided direct patient care in long-term care, rehabilitation, and hospital settings across multiple locations.
- Assisted patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, intake/output, and patient condition changes, reporting concerns promptly to nursing staff.
- Supported mobility and transfers using proper body mechanics and assistive devices to ensure patient safety.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment while following infection control and HIPAA guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new teams, workflows, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Cna - Clipboard - Lexington Ky
(2025-08)
Provided direct patient care in long-term care, rehabilitation, and hospital settings across multiple locations.
- Assisted patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, intake/output, and patient condition changes, reporting concerns promptly to nursing staff.
- Supported mobility and transfers using proper body mechanics and assistive devices to ensure patient safety.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment while following infection control and HIPAA guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new teams, workflows, and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families, promoting comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Education
High School Diploma - Tates Creek High School (2017-05)

