About Evelyn

Evelyn's passion for nursing and the joy of selfless service ignited at the age of 13 during her early experiences as a volunteer 'Pinky' at the local hospital. Despite facing mockery and ridicule from some peers for working without pay, her commitment to comfort, care for, and serve others remained unwavering.

Over the years, along with her accolades and numerous civic honors, she has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, including The National Nurse Hero Award at the American Red Cross Headquarters in Washington, DC.  She was concurrently featured on the cover of Nursing Spectrum Magazine, along with an article exemplifying her determination to preserve and protect lives.  Additionally, she was granted The Making a Difference Award from the Russ Berrie Institute, an honor bestowed on unsung heroes living in New Jersey, specifically those whose outstanding community service and heroic acts have made a substantial impact on the lives of others. In his book Selling From The Inside Out, author Barry Siskind uses her as an example of someone who presses on in dire circumstances, using courage and hope to overcome perilous obstacles.

Now a seasoned professional with 50 years of experience, she is a Certified Care Manager, Patient Advocate, Author, Educator, Speaker, and Humorist. Her true joy lies in the field of Aging Family Care, where she employs an Integrative Holistic Nursing approach. Evelyn believes Christian believers have been created for good works in Christ. This is the reason why she offers herself to God daily, viewing what she does as an act of spiritual worship.

She is known for her proactive, tenacious approach to overcoming obstacles and her passion for sharing her 'Nurse-Wit.'  Her vast clinical experience extends to caring not only for clients but also for their families.  She was the primary caregiver for her own father, mother, and mother-in-law, and now an elderly aunt facing cognitive impairments.

Her mission is to enhance and maintain the quality of life for all and not just the elderly.  She offers empathy and compassion to both seniors and families alike, navigating them through today’s complicated healthcare system.  Be assured that she deeply understands the pressures and joys of the 'Sandwich Generation.’  She strives to help seniors stay safe and independent in the familiar surroundings of home where they prefer to live out their years.  If, for some reason, a loved one must move into a facility, her job is to make their transition as smooth and seamless as possible while assisting their families in making those difficult decisions.

In addition to her nursing career, Evelyn pursued Massage Therapy, receiving her N.Y. State License. She served as Interim President of the National Association of Nurse Massage Therapists board and strongly advocates for the power of caring touch in patient care.

Ever the optimist, Evelyn has a Can-Do Attitude.  Her lighthearted, amusing approach has earned her the name “Nurse Sunshine.”   She is available for speaking engagements and presents on many topics in Community and Professional settings.  She can be contacted at nursesunshine777@gmail.com.