Meet Marvinell “Nell” Jenkins, manager of the Employee Medical Clinic. Nell has worn many hats at Texas Children’s thanks to several opportunities for advancement, from forensic nurse and nurse manager to now running our recently re-opened EMC. With almost 30 years of tenure, she is passionate about this organization, and it shows!
Why do you love Texas Children’s?
Texas Children’s has been a part of my life for 29 years. I love the passion and positive work environment as well as the impact we have on patients and their families. The TCH culture is the secret ingredient that makes coming to work feel like joining my extended family every day.
What is your favorite work perk?
The flexibility and opportunities to grow are definitely my favorite perks. I have had several roles including forensic nurse, trauma nurse, charge nurse and nurse manager. The flexibility of being able to work remotely, especially during COVID was great. I still wanted to have that happy place feeling I have at work, so I had a muralist convert my office to an orca wonderland.
Who is your work bestie you couldn’t live without? Give them a shout-out!
I couldn’t live without Dr. Nakeisha Tolliver and Dr. Deitra Brown. Their constant support, laughter and collaboration make every day at work brighter. I don’t know what I’d do without their guidance, encouraging words and mentorship. Thank you both so much!
What is your funniest Texas Children’s memory?
During Hurricane Allison, the EC ride-out team used sheets to have races sailing down the breezeway while battling the hurricane force winds.
Name a fun fact about you most don’t know.
Orca whales captivated my heart with their grace, beauty and intelligence when the movie “Free Willy” premiered years ago. My admiration for orcas is also about the lessons they teach us on family. They stay together all their lives. Photographing them is one of my passions!