#64: Being a Nurse Making "Good" Money and Still Feeling Stuck [series 1]

#64: Being a Nurse Making "Good" Money and Still Feeling Stuck [series 1]

Author: Ellaine Maala December 22, 2025 Duration: 11:06

The Nurse Money Project: My Journey to Financial Freedom

 

In this episode, I kick off the Nurse Money Project—a 12-week series aimed at helping nurses achieve financial freedom. I share my personal journey, from growing up in the Philippines with little financial knowledge to becoming a financially free nurse in the U.S. I discuss the cultural taboos around money, my family's immigrant experience, and how I transitioned from financial confusion to confidence. This series will cover various money topics, including mindset, investing, and financial planning, all tailored for nurses. Subscribe and join me on this journey to becoming financially empowered.

 00:00 Introduction to the Nurse Money Project

 01:36 My Financial Journey: From the Philippines to the US

 02:58 Learning About Money and Overcoming Financial Challenges

03:54 Starting My Financial Education Journey

 05:04 Sharing Financial Knowledge and Growing Together

06:07 The Importance of Financial Education for Nurses

 07:38 What to Expect in the Nurse Money Project Series

 09:56 Conclusion and Next Steps

 

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 Scrubs and Stocks Podcast is a podcast hosted by Ellaine Maala, RN, NP who is a finance educator, nurse, and owner of NursingFlowsheet LLC, which is a finance and career blog for nurses. This podcast is created to help nurses build wealth through investing in the stock market, real estate or in their own businesses.

Nurses deserve options whether they want to retire early or work until retirement.

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Ellaine Maala, a registered nurse and finance educator, hosts the Wealthy Nurse Podcast: Money, FI, Investing for Nurses. She speaks from a place of genuine understanding, navigating the unique financial pressures and irregular schedules that come with a nursing career. This isn't about generic money advice; it's a focused conversation on building security and freedom specifically for healthcare professionals. Episodes delve into practical strategies for investing in stocks and real estate, alongside exploring entrepreneurial paths for nurses looking to create their own businesses. The dialogue centers on achieving financial independence-whether that means designing an early exit from traditional work or gaining the confidence to continue in a beloved career without monetary stress. Through straightforward discussions and relatable stories, this podcast provides a resource for nurses ready to transform their financial knowledge into tangible wealth. It’s a space where clinical expertise meets financial literacy, all aimed at expanding what’s possible for nurses beyond their shifts.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 73

Wealthy Nurse Podcast: Money, FI, Investing for Nurses
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