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In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Harris, a retired NICU nurse and host of The Conversing Nurse Podcast, to explore her 36-year journey through nursing—from a time with no SAO2 monitors, no vein finders, and no high-tech bedside tools to today’s modern, tech-driven hospitals.

Michelle shares her honest reflections on how nursing has changed, what new nurses don’t realize about the profession’s past, and why she ultimately decided to retire at just 57 years old. We talk about nurse burnout, the evolution of patient care, and why so many nurses are walking away from bedside careers in search of something more.

But this episode isn’t just about the challenges—it’s about solutions. Michelle opens up about:

✅ The biggest shifts in nursing over the last 3 decades—and why some changes aren’t for the better
✅ Why nurses today are more burned out than ever before—and how to protect your career & mental health
✅ The financial decisions that helped her retire early—even though she didn’t start investing until later in life
✅ The rise of travel nursing, career pivots, and nurse entrepreneurs—and how to find financial freedom outside the hospital

Michelle isn’t just sharing her story—she’s giving nurses a roadmap to longevity, financial stability, and a fulfilling career beyond the bedside. Whether you’re a new nurse wondering about the future, a burned-out RN looking for a way out, or someone curious about investing and early retirement, this episode is packed with real talk, practical tips, and career-changing insights.

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00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction – Meet Michelle Harris
02:10 – How Michelle Got Into Nursing (Started in 1986!)
04:45 – The BIGGEST Changes in Nursing Over 36 Years
08:20 – No SAO2 Monitors? How Nurses Monitored Oxygen Before Tech
11:55 – Starting IVs in the 80s – No Vein Finders, Just Skill!
16:30 – How Technology Transformed Nursing (Pros & Cons)
20:10 – Over-Reliance on Tech? Nurses Ignoring the Patient
24:50 – The Rise of Alarm Fatigue & Why It’s Dangerous
28:30 – Nurse Burnout – Then vs. Now
33:15 – Loyalty to Hospitals – Why It’s No Longer Rewarded
36:45 – The Shift Toward Travel Nursing & Financial Trade-Offs

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In this episode, we sit down with Theo Jones, better known as the "GOAT in the White Coat," to explore his incredible journey from overworked nurse to thriving entrepreneur. Theo shares his honest story of battling burnout, the lessons he learned while navigating the challenges of internal medicine during the pandemic, and how he turned those struggles into a $20K-per-client concierge medicine business. 🩺💡

We also dive deep into Theo’s financial journey—how he discovered investing after a financial wake-up call and grew his portfolio through real estate, stocks, and even private equity deals. From house hacking to building passive income streams, Theo’s strategies are perfect for nurses looking to escape the grind and achieve true financial freedom.

Theo isn’t just building wealth; he’s building a community of nurses who want to reclaim their time, energy, and financial independence. Whether you're curious about starting your own concierge practice, investing for the first time, or just looking for inspiration to pivot your career, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real talk.

🔗 Ready to escape the bedside grind? Tune in and get inspired!

🎙️ Key Highlights:
00:00 - Meet Theo Jones: From Burnout to Business Success
04:15 - The Early Days: Transitioning from Psychology to Nursing
10:00 - Surviving the ICU & Pandemic: Why Theo Chose to Leave
16:45 - Starting a Concierge Medicine Business from Scratch
23:20 - Investing 101 for Nurses: Theo’s First Steps to Wealth
29:50 - Real Estate for Nurses: Building Passive Income Streams
36:10 - How to Network Your Way to Financial Freedom
41:55 - Mistakes to Avoid: Theo’s Biggest Financial Regrets
52:30 - Advice for New Nurses: Building Wealth and Avoiding Burnout
1:05:00 - What’s Next for Theo and Weekend White Coat


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How Theo turned started a high-ticket concierge medicine practice.
✔️ The biggest financial mistakes nurses make—and how to avoid them.
✔️ How nurses can start investing in real estate, stocks, and private equity.
✔️ The power of networking & building wealth as a healthcare professional.
✔️ Why nurses need to think beyond the bedside

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🚨 Are you a nurse feeling burnt out and looking for a way out? In this episode, we chat with Philip from @wfh.nurse.life, an experienced ICU nurse who made the transition to working from home.

Philip shares his journey from MedSurge to ICU to a high-paying remote nursing job that gives him more time with his family—and how he’s building wealth through real estate investing.

🔥 Topics We Cover:
- Why Philip didn’t pursue CRNA school
- How he transitioned from ICU to remote work
- Pros and cons of working from home as a nurse
- Real estate investing as a nurse's side hustle
- How AI is changing the nursing world

🎧 Tune in now and discover if working from home is the right move for you!

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