Shahmia Boston
Woodbury
Summary
CNOR-certified Registered Nurse with over 9 years of diverse nursing experience, including 4.5 years in high-acuity operating room environments specializing in circulating and scrub roles. Expertise in supporting complex surgical procedures across specialties such as general surgery, plastic surgery, robotic-assisted surgery, gynecology, and thoracic surgery. Recognized for anticipating surgeon needs, enhancing operative efficiency, and maintaining the highest standards of sterile technique and patient safety. Recently completed RNFA program, demonstrating a strong commitment to transitioning seamlessly into a first assist role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
10.2022 - Current
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Function in both circulating and scrub roles across a wide range of complex surgical procedures
- Coordinated surgical procedures and ensured optimal patient safety in operating room environment.
- Managed documentation related to surgical events accurately and promptly completed required paperwork according to regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary surgical teams in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
- Precept and mentor new perioperative nurses
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
09.2021 - Current
- Deliver perioperative care in a high-acuity academic medical center in both circulating and scrub roles
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Anticipate instrumentation and procedural needs to support efficiency and case progression
- Respond rapidly to intraoperative emergencies and changing patient conditions
- Contribute to OR efficiency, patient safety, and team communication
- Precept new perioperative nurses
Infusion Registered Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed complex IV infusion therapies including chemotherapy administration
- Administered intravenous therapies and medications following established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Monitored patient responses and collaborated with providers to adjust care plans
- Educated patients and families on treatment regimens and post-infusion care
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and safety
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Patient First
Woodbury, NJ
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Delivered care in a high-volume urgent care setting with rapid patient turnover
- Maintained efficient patient flow while ensuring safe, high-quality care
- Administered patient assessments and triage to prioritize care effectively.
- Provided direct patient care, assessing conditions and implementing treatment plans for diverse medical needs.
Float Pool Telemetry / Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Washington Township, NJ
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed a 1:5–6 patient assignment in a fast-paced telemetry/med-surg float pool environment
- Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms and responded to acute changes in patient condition
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans
- Utilized telemetry equipment to closely monitor vital signs and quickly identify any abnormalities or potential complications.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Cooper University Hospital
Camden, NJ
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided direct patient care including medication administration, wound care, and monitoring
- Identified and responded to acute clinical changes and emergency situations
- Served as Charge Nurse, supporting unit operations and staff coordination
- 6:1 Ratio
Education
RNFA - RNFA
Delaware County Community College
05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ05-2016
Skills
- Circulating and Scrub Nursing
- Surgical assistance
- Patient advocacy
- General Surgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Sterile Technique & Surgical Asepsis
- Intraoperative Patient Safety
- Surgical Workflow Efficiency
- Precepting & Staff Development
- Epic EMR
Certification
- CNOR – Certified Perioperative Nurse
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse
Cooper University Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
09.2021 - Current
Infusion Registered Nurse
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
06.2019 - 09.2021
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Patient First
05.2018 - 10.2019
Float Pool Telemetry / Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
05.2018 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Cooper University Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2018
RNFA - RNFA
Delaware County Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Rutgers University