Nicoleta MITREA

Nicoleta MITREA is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Fundamental, Prophylactic and Clinical Disciplines, Faculty of Medicine, Braila Technical University. Her work focuses on advancing palliative care education, nursing competencies, and patient-centered care models. She actively contributes to international collaborations, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe, aiming to standardize palliative care practices and enhance healthcare leadership.

Research interests include palliative nursing, medical ethics, nutrition in oncology, and leadership development for healthcare professionals. She has led projects like the European Palliative Care Matrix and the Central-Eastern European Palliative Care Masterclass, emphasizing experiential learning and competency-based training.

Publications span topics such as digital solutions for patient care, cross-cultural communication in pediatric palliative care, and workforce development. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and policy, with a focus on reducing disparities in palliative care access across regions.

Notable contributions include establishing palliative care competency frameworks and evaluating the impact of international training programs on clinical outcomes. Her research often addresses practical challenges in implementing palliative care standards within diverse healthcare systems.