Camille Hamilton

Camille Hamilton serves as Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Director at Long Island University's School of Nursing, providing academic leadership for nursing programs including the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science curriculum. Her institutional affiliation encompasses both undergraduate and graduate nursing education within LIU's healthcare education framework.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Nursing Science, The Graduate Center, City University of New York, New York, NY
• MS/MPH in Nursing (Dual degree), Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing, City University of New York, New York, NY
• Diploma in Nursing, The University Hospital of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica, W.I.
• BS in Nursing, St Francis College, Brooklyn, NY

Dr. Hamilton's research investigates cultural determinants of health with particular emphasis on spirituality in Caribbean populations, exemplified by her study "The Lived Experience of Spirituality in the lives of Caribbean men." Her work demonstrates how cultural values and practices critically influence patient care outcomes and health disparities. As an educator, she integrates cultural competence into pedagogy, emphasizing nursing's role in delivering equitable care across ethnic groups while maintaining clinical expertise through her Medical Surgical Registered Nurse certification.

Scientific Awards:

• Senator Patricia K McGee Nursing Faculty Scholarship Recipient (2011-2013)
• Merrit for Excellence in Community Leadership, Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing (2013)
• Dean’s Honor Roll, St. Francis College (2008, 2009)

Dr. Hamilton maintains active professional engagement through the American Nurses Association, American Public Health Association, Sigma Theta Tau International (Alpha Phi Chapter), and the Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses. In her capacity as Undergraduate Director, she mentors nursing students through academic progression and clinical development while advancing her research on cultural healthcare practices. Her scholarship program support and community leadership recognition reflect sustained contributions to nursing education and public health initiatives.