Daniela de Mesquita Feijão is making significant strides in improving palliative care for the elderly through her groundbreaking research, addressing critical healthcare challenges with innovative strategies. With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Universidade Estadual Vale do Acaraú (2015), a specialization in Health Management and Auditing from Faculdade Padre Dourado (2018), and a specialization in Nursing Urgency and Emergency from Faculdade Telos de Campinas (2023), Daniela brings a robust academic foundation to her work, enhancing her ability to contribute meaningfully to the field of nursing.
Her research, published in esteemed journals, focuses on improving palliative care delivery. In “Palliative Care Management for the Elderly: Challenges and Strategies” (IRE Journals, 2023), Daniela identifies barriers such as insufficient staffing and limited access to specialized care in rural areas, proposing solutions like enhanced training for healthcare professionals and integrating palliative care into routine practice. She advocates for tools like the Swedish Palliative Care Guide, which ensures consistent, high-quality care across settings, as noted by Birgisdóttir et al. (2021). In “The Use of Technology in Monitoring Elderly Patients in Palliative Care” (Brazilian Journal of Health Review, 2025), Daniela explores how telehealth and wearable devices improve symptom management, reducing hospital visits while empowering patients, supported by Williams et al. (2020). Her article “Home-Based Palliative Care for the Elderly” (International Seven Journal, 2025) emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration and remote monitoring technologies to enhance care at home, addressing logistical challenges for families, as highlighted by Roberts (2021).
Professionally, Daniela’s impact is profound. At VITAS Hospice Healthcare in Orlando, FL (since September 2024), as a Registered Nurse, she provides symptom management, psychosocial support, and family education, ensuring holistic care. At Team Select Home Care (since August 2024), she monitors pediatric patients, applying her palliative care expertise to improve outcomes. Previously, at Excellence Senior Assisted Living Facility (2023-2024), she supported elderly residents with daily activities and medication management, and as Health Surveillance Coordinator in Santa Quitéria, Brazil (2021-2022), she managed 17 primary care teams, enhancing community health services. Daniela’s work continues to inspire better care models, ensuring dignity for the elderly in their final stages through her research-driven insights and hands-on nursing experience.
