Dr. Amira Clemens, PhD, RN

I am a nationally recognized nurse scientist, educator, and community-engaged leader with extensive experience in nursing education, healthcare workforce development, and health equity initiatives.

My professional work bridges academic scholarship, community-based healthcare training, and executive leadership. I focus on advancing equitable access to education, strengthening clinical training pipelines, and supporting historically underserved and justice-impacted populations through education and systems-level change.

Professional Overview

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Academic Credentials

PhD in Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN)
Practice-informed, research-driven leadership background
Teaching experience across undergraduate and graduate nursing programs

Faculty & Academic Appointments

Academic responsibilities have included curriculum development, clinical instruction, academic mentorship, and preparation of students for entry into professional nursing and healthcare roles.

Widener University

Drexel University

Community College of Philadelphia

Additional universities and academic programs

Research & Scholarship

I have published peer-reviewed research examining mental health and homelessness among transitional youth. My scholarly work emphasizes community-engaged research, qualitative inquiry, and the translation of evidence into education, policy, and practice. I have presented my work at regional and national conferences.

Health equity

Social determinants of health

Support-seeking behaviors among Black youth aging out of foster care

Organizational Leadership

Founder, Director, and Chief Executive Officer

Cultural Institute of Health and Education (CIHE)

Programs Developed and Led:

Phlebotomy Training Program

EKG Technician Training Program

Under my leadership, CIHE has supported hundreds of Philadelphians in earning healthcare certifications and pursuing sustainable workforce pathways.

Organizational Leadership

Founder, Director, and Chief Executive Officer

Cultural Institute of Health and Education (CIHE)

Programs Developed and Led:

Phlebotomy Training Program

EKG Technician Training Program

Under my leadership, CIHE has supported hundreds of Philadelphians in earning healthcare certifications and pursuing sustainable workforce pathways.

Workforce Development & Community Impact

Beyond academia, my work includes leadership and program development across healthcare and community-based organizations.

I served as Cancer Care Companion Director at Lazarex Cancer Foundation, where I led initiatives focused on cancer awareness, screening, and support within faith-based and underserved communities. I have also contributed to the Conquering Cancer Together project, strengthening access to care in the West Philadelphia Promise Zone.

Professional Focus Areas

Nursing education and academic leadership

Healthcare workforce development

Health equity and community-engaged research

Program design and evaluation

Contact

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