Humans of UNAC/UHCP: Diana Guerrero, CWON
"In wound care, I treat the whole person, not just the wound. On any given day, I care for diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, and painful skin fold infections, just to name a few. But my favorite cases are ostomies.
“Seeing a wound heal is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.
“I work at the Wound Care Clinic at Kaiser Sunset. I’ve been a RN since 2007, and in 2021, I became a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse through the Ben Hudnall Memorial Trust Fund – a program made possible by our union’s hard-fought contract wins that support continuing education for nurses.
“In wound care, I treat the whole person, not just the wound. On any given day, I care for diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, and painful skin fold infections, just to name a few. But my favorite cases are ostomies.
“Patients with bowel disease, pressure injuries, or genetic conditions may need ostomy pouches to collect stool. That’s where the creativity comes in—figuring out which products work best, how to protect their skin, and how to restore their dignity. Offering reassurance and finding a good pouching system can mean the difference between isolation and confidence.
“As a Qualified Bilingual Speaker, I provide consistent, compassionate care to our Spanish-speaking patients. I explain the healing process in their language and advocate for them when they feel unheard. My parents immigrated from Mexico, and had they not become U.S. citizens in 1980, they too might be living with the same fears many in our community face today—fears like ICE raids.
“Being part of our union means everything to me. My grandmother picked grapes and marched with César Chávez. She faced unsafe working conditions, pesticide exposure, and job insecurity. I carry her legacy with me in my union work—learning our contract, standing up for members, and educating others about their rights.
“I’ve passed that spirit on to my 10-year-old daughter. I tell her how important it is to speak up. I was so proud when she advocated for her autistic brother at school. Being in a union isn’t just about improving our workplace—it’s about building the courage to advocate for justice, at work, at home, and in our communities. Our fight will live on and help future generations, just as those before us paved the way for the rights we have today.”
-Diana Guerrero, CWON, is a steward for the Kaiser Permanente Certified Specialty Professionals (KPCSP).