Dierra is described as gentle, compassionate and personable with patients and families. She gives attention to her patients and is the ultimate professional.

She never sits idle while her co-workers are drowning in work. She steps right in, going above and beyond what is required and asked of her. She is truly is a team player.

She is a joy to work with, providing valuable knowledge and support to patients, family and to our department.

Her nominator stated: Dierra was one of the OR nurses and she went above and beyond to speak with me after my friend came out of surgery.