Scrubs and Stocks Podcast

Author: Ellaine Maala

Scrubs and Stocks Podcast is a podcast hosted by Ellaine Maala, RN, NP who is a finance educator, nurse, and owner of Nursing Flowsheet 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. Nursing, Investing, & Entrepreneurship
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#70: Is FIRE Movement possible for Nurses? Can Nurses RETIRE EARLY?
Monday, 26 January, 2026

Is Financial Independence Possible for Nurses? Ellaine, a nurse practitioner and financial educator, discusses the possibility of financial independence for nurses through the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement. She addresses common misconceptions about the need for extreme frugality and quitting work entirely. Instead, Ellaine emphasizes that financial independence grants more options and flexibility in life, not necessarily an early retirement. She outlines key elements such as math, behavior, and time as crucial for achieving financial goals and highlights the unique challenges nurses face. Ellaine also shares her personal journey and offers practical advice for fellow nurses seeking financial stability . 00:00 Introduction: Is Financial Independence Possible for Nurses? 00:27 Understanding the FIRE Movement 01:18 Misconceptions About FIRE 03:13 Challenges for Nurses in the FIRE Movement 07:00 The Formula for Financial Independence 12:37 Real-Life Applications of FIRE for Nurses 13:54 Conclusion and Next Steps Connect with me: Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/nursewhoinvests Website: https://nursingflowsheet.com/ Download MONARCH MONEY: https://monarchmoney.sjv.io/VxYNjk (affiliate link) Budgeting for Beginners: https://nursingflowsheet.com/budgeting-for-beginners/ ➤ Stock Market Investing for Nurses MASTERCLASS (use code:INVESTREADY) REGISTER HERE: https://www.nursewhoinvests.com/investing101 ➤ FREE INVESTING CLASS FOR NURSES https://www.nursewhoinvests.com/class ➤ Subscribe for more videos about nursing, career growth, and financial freedom!