On this episode, host Peter Murphy Lewis talks with Benjamin VanDiest, a sophomore at the University of Nebraska Kearney and Certified Nursing Assistant at Mount Carmel Home. Benjamin shares his journey from a high school CNA class to discovering a deep passion for caregiving. He reflects on lessons learned from the elderly residents he serves and the personal inspiration he draws from his own family’s experience with caregiving.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.01:16 Taking a CNA class in high school sparked an early interest in health care.03:00 Overcoming first-day nerves and gaining confidence through mentorship.04:20 Discovering the deeper purpose behind caregiving and connection.05:32 Learning wisdom from residents who lived through major historical moments.06:36 Becoming more patient and gentle through daily interactions with elders.07:32 Drawing inspiration from his grandmother’s compassion as a lifelong caregiver.Resources Mentioned:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountcarmelhome/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Mount Carmel Home | LinkedIn</a>https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountcarmelhome/<a href="https://mountcarmelhome.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Mount Carmel Home | Website</a>https://mountcarmelhome.org/Thank you for listening to “People Worth Caring About.” If you found value in this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star rating to help others discover these important stories.For more information and to connect with our guests, visit PeopleWorthCaringAbout.com.#HealthcareLeadership #SkilledTrades #PeopleWorthCaringAbout

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