Episode Summary:

In this week's episode of the High Performance Nursing Podcast, we take a closer look at the pathway of Enrolled Nursing (EN) in Australia. Liam sits down with Brandon H, a passionate Enrolled Nurse working in acute surgery in New South Wales, to explore the realities of being an EN in today’s healthcare environment. Brandon shares his journey, including the training process, the challenges faced by ENs, and what it's like to work in a high-pressure acute surgical setting.

Beyond nursing, Brandon also gives us a peek into his side hustle as a social media influencer, where he engages with a growing online community on TikTok and Instagram. Whether you’re considering a career as an Enrolled Nurse or curious about balancing nursing with creative endeavors, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Key Takeaways:

• Why Enrolled Nursing?
• Brandon shares his reasons for choosing the Enrolled Nursing path and how it aligns with his passion for hands-on patient care. He also discusses the benefits and unique opportunities that come with being an EN.
• The EN Training Experience:
• Discover what it takes to become an Enrolled Nurse in Australia. Brandon walks us through the education process, from classroom learning to clinical placements, and provides tips on how to succeed during training.
• Challenges and Rewards of the EN Role:
• From managing scope of practice limitations to collaborating with Registered Nurses, Brandon discusses the challenges ENs face on the job. He also highlights the rewards of the role and how to overcome common obstacles.

• A Day in the Life of an Acute Surgery EN:
• Get an inside look at Brandon’s daily routine in the acute surgical unit. He shares the skills and mindset required to thrive in this demanding environment.

• Nursing and Influencing:
• Brandon talks about his journey as an online influencer, where he discusses nursing, mental health, and more. He shares how he balances this creative outlet with his nursing career and the impact he hopes to have through his online presence.

Connect with Brandon:

• TikTok: @EmpathBrandon
• Instagram: @EmpathBrandon

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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.