Henry Biemann – Service & Compassion: Taking Care of American Heroes

In this episode, Marcus interviews Captain Henry Biemann, RN, US Army Captain about military nursing and health professions. Captain Bieman shares how his father’s diagnosis of cancer while Henry was still in high school set his nursing journey. Henry explains the levels of compassion he and his family received from his father’s hospice nurses which showed him a new path. Henry shares how, after graduating from Clemson University’s nursing school, Henry’s work took him to Walter Reed Medical Center to work with sick and injured soldiers. Henry shares how he, as a nurse who hasn’t been in combat, shared space and listened to patients who had been in battle. He then tells how his work inside Walter Reed quickly went from bedside care to process improvement. Marcus and Henry talk about the ability to make macro level changes in healthcare delivery; something many people don’t think about when they’re being drawn to a career in healthcare. The two talk about Henry’s work recruiting students and clinicians to serve their personal mission of serving with care, as well as serving one’s country.Key topics:00:00 – Introduction01:15 – Captain Biemann talks a little about himself and his career.03:10 – Marcus asks how Henry merged the military and nursing. Henry tells his story about his motivations and role models. 07:58 – Henry is asked about his first station at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Henry also reflects on his compassion for his patients and how he built a rapport and relations. 15:35 – Henry and Marcus talk Medvantus and Henry’s start with consulting.19:38 – Marcus brings up burnout and Hospital Systems. The two talk about what hospitals can do to help staff and prevent burnout.26:10 – Henry ties his story about burnout and the desire to help, with his origin story.27:50 – Marcus asks his rapid fire questions. Henry wants you to know that… You Are Loved. 33:20 – Thank you and conclusions! Resources for you: Connect with Marcus on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusengel/Connect with Henry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-biemann/ Learn More About Medvantus: https://www.medvantus.com/Subscribe to the Compassion & Courage podcast through Apple: https://bit.ly/MarcusEngelPodcastMore About Henry Beimann, RN, US Army Captain:Henry developed the idea for Medvantus LLC from his passion for building strong relationships and serving others. After growing up and in small town South Carolina, he lost his father to cancer at the age of 19. This loss inspired him to join the healthcare field to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families. After completing his nursing degree he joined the US Army as a Nurse Corps Officer, where he has lead teams of healthcare providers across the continuum of care. Not only does Henry have an in-depth understanding of bedside clinical care and training, he also has over 10 years of experience in healthcare leadership and management. Henry brings a wealth of knowledge to the table for you and your team.Date: 09/12/2022Name of show: Compassion & Courage: Conversations in HealthcareEpisode title and number: Episode 67 – Henry Biemann – Service & Compassion: Taking Care of American Heroes