Mrs Iria Quintela | Pediatría | Best Researcher Award
Enfermera at Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet , Spain
Iria María Quintela Sánchez, a passionate pediatric nurse from A Coruña, Spain, is dedicated to advancing neonatal care. With a solid educational background and hands-on experience in pediatric intensive care, she is committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative practices and research.
Profile
Academic Background🎓
Iria María Quintela Sánchez, born on January 4, 1995, in A Coruña, Spain, holds a strong academic foundation in nursing. She completed her Bachillerato at Colegio Marista Cristo Rey (2011-2013) and graduated with a degree in Nursing from the Escuela Universitaria de Enfermería, Universidad de A Coruña (2013-2017). Currently, she is pursuing a Pediatric Nursing Residency at Hospital Infantil Miguel Servet, Zaragoza (2020-2024), alongside a Master’s program in Neonatal Intensive Care at Universidad Tecnológica (2023-2024).
Professional Experience💼
Iria has built a robust professional background in pediatric nursing. She began her career at Hospital Universitario de A Coruña and currently serves as a resident nurse at Hospital Infantil Miguel Servet, specializing in the Neonatology and Pediatric Intensive Care Units. Her experience encompasses direct patient care in high-stress environments, contributing to her expertise in neonatal and pediatric healthcare.
Research Interest🔍
Iria’s research interests are focused on pediatric emergency care and innovative pain management techniques, particularly during venipuncture in young patients. Her clinical trial on the “Distracción con Apego Koala” method illustrates her commitment to enhancing patient comfort and care standards in pediatrics.
Awards 🏆
Iria was honored with the FUDEN Award for her clinical trial titled “Venopunción en urgencias pediátricas mediante método de Distracción con Apego Koala.” This recognition highlights her commitment to improving pediatric care through evidence-based practices.
Publications 📚 : Pediatría
- Venopunción en urgencias pediátricas mediante método de Distracción con Apego Koala. Ensayo Clínico Aleatorizado (Revista de Enfermería Clínica, 2022) – Link
- Necesidades de cuidados en recién nacidos con encefalopatía hipóxico-isquémica tratados con hipotermia terapéutica (Metas de Enfermería, 2023) – Link
- Numerous articles in the Revista Sanitaria de Investigación focusing on pediatric nursing practices.