DR. BRIDGETTE JENKINS

CEO OF HEALTH EDUCATION INSTITUTE & CEO/PRESIDENT OF HOUSTON CHAPTER BLACK NURSES ROCK

A woman after God’s own heart. Bridgette is a woman who loves Jesus, she is a true worshiper and prayer warrior who’s calling is to minister to women who are hurting, sick, struggling in life, dealing with adversity, and trying to make life changing decisions She is passionate about having real, relevant, and radical life-changing conversations that will help equip women to live the prosperous, abundant, healthy, and joyous life that God promises us.

Bridgette is a licensed minister, a Certified Christian Counselor & Chaplain She is a bestselling author who has written and published seven books that include: Bounce Back: Tip's for Overcoming Adversity, Life’s Challenge's & Setback's, Exposing The Lie’s of The Enemy, and Called to Serve: A 365 Day Devotional.

Bridgette holds the highest degree in nursing, a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. She is currently a Professor of Nursing. She has a passion for encouraging people and she does this through her books, public speaking, her inspirational T-shirt line and through community service events She is also owner/nurse entrepreneur at Health Education Institute located in Houston Texas She is a certified instructor with the American Heart Association and a Ambassador for The American Diabetes Association

Bridgette loves teaching and educating the community about the various health disparities that commonly affect them. She also loves serving the community especially the homeless and less fortunate.

Bridgette is a official member of International Christian Chaplains Association, Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, American Nurses Association, Texas Nurses Association and The National Organization for Nurses with Disabilities where she serves as national secretary

In her spare time, Bridgette loves to read inspirational, self-help and self-improvement books Bridgette also enjoys walking and riding her bike when she's in optimal health She also loves "giving back" through volunteering by assisting organizations like the Lupus Foundation, Sisters Network, Alzheimer's Association and American Heart Association raise awareness on specific diseases and health conditions. Bridgette also enjoys speaking at churches to raise awareness on health disparities that are prevalent in the Houston & surrounding areas.

Bridgette is single and lives in Houston. Connect with Bridgette @ www drbridgette com And follow her on all social media platforms at Dr Bridgette