My nursing story
Today I wanted to share my journey as a nurse and how I got to where I am today. Everyone's career path is different, and it's important to explore what is possible for yourself.
Nursing was not my first choice, but I found my passion for it. I talked about my experience as a young nurse and the emotional turmoil I faced.
Throughout the episode, you will learn about cultural challenges and overcoming burnout. I also talked about my transition from one position to another.
I hope my story inspires all aspiring nurses and medical professionals. I believe my vulnerability and honesty help normalize the nursing experience and encourage you to explore your own career paths.
Key takeaways:
02:27 - How Liam’s nursing career started
04:50 - Journey of a young nurse
08:34 - Job in London after finishing a nursing degree
11:07 - Emotional Turmoil
13:16 - Getting a postgraduate certification
18:15 - ICU career
24:53 - Starting Over and Facing Cultural Challenges in Canberra
26:53 - Battling Burnout
28:18 - From ICU Nurse to Advanced Life Support Coordinator
32:34 - Leadership in Medical Education
37:41 - Transforming Medical Education
43:30 - Overcoming Job Rejection
47:35 - Embracing Change
52:37 - Final message
🚀 Want to start your own nurse-led business with the skills you already got?
✅ Download the Bedside to Business Roadmap – a step-by-step launch guide for nurses ready to build an online income stream.
🎓 Watch the Make Nursing Optional Masterclass – discover the 6 steps to turn your nursing skills into a profitable business (without needing another certificate).
📲 Follow me on Instagram: @nursepreneuracademy
📩 Got an aha moment from this episode? I’d love to hear from you!
Email: hello@liamcaswell.com
If you’re a nurse who knows you’re made for more—and you’re craving bold conversations about building a freedom-based, impact-driven business using the skills you already have—The NursePreneur Podcast is for you.
You’ll love this show if you're already tuning into The NursePreneurs Podcast with Catie Harris for nurse entrepreneur spotlights, the Gritty Nurse Podcast with Amie Archibald-Varley and Sara Fung for advocacy and raw honesty, The Nurse Break by Jackson Heilberg for real career stories, Scrubs and Stocks by Ellaine Maala for nurse wealth and investing, or Nurse John’s I Beg Your Pardon for comedic truth-telling from the bedside trenches.
Here, host Liam delivers behind-the-scenes strategy, belief-busting mindset shifts, and practical steps to help you build a soul-aligned nurse-led business—without needing another certificate to get started. This is the podcast for nurse entrepreneurs who are done waiting and ready to lead.
