Divisional Management Committee
Glyn Palmer
Chief Executive Officer
Glyn Palmer joined St John of God Warrnambool Hospital in
May 2009. Glyn’s appointment to the role of Chief Executive Officer
marks his return to St John of God Health Care after a six
year hiatus. Glyn previously held roles as Chief Executive Officer
of St John of God Murdoch Hospital and Director of Nursing at
St John of God Subiaco Hospital. His strong healthcare background
also includes a four year stint in the West Australian public
health care sector and two years as a Health Care
Consultant.
Leanne McPherson
Director of Nursing
Leanne was appointed Director of Nursing in
May 2009. Prior to this appointment she spent 10 years working
in the hospital's peri-operative
(theatre) department. Leanne brings a wealth of
experience in both the public and private health care sectors. She
has previously acted in the role of Chief Executive Officer at St
John of God Warrnambool Hospital.
Anne Maree Mugavin
Director of Mission
Anne Maree Mugavin has been with St John
of God Warrnambool Hospital for 25 years, and was
appointed Director of Mission in 2002. Anne Maree holds
qualifications in nursing, management, quality management and
theology. Anne Maree works with the hospital team to ensure a
culture of patient-centred care and a positive working environment
for caregivers. She believes it is a privilege to provide care to
those who entrust us with their needs. Anne Maree’s strong
commitment to social justice is demonstrated by her involvement
with several community organisations which provide support to
marginalised individuals.
Kim White
Workforce and Quality Manager
Kim began working with St John of God
Warrnambool Hospital 15 years ago as a Registered Nurse, and
has since held roles as Nurse Coordinator and Staff Development and
Quality Coordinator. Kim completed her Bachelor of Nursing Degree
at Deakin University Warrnambool and undertook a graduate nurse
program at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne. She also holds a
Graduate Diploma of Health Management from RMIT and is currently
completing her Masters of Business Administration with Deakin
University.
Renee Kenna
Patient Services Manager
Renee has been with St John of God Warrnambool
Hospital for nine years. Renee is a progressive
thinker who has recently completed her Graduate Certificate in
Business and is now working towards her Masters Degree in
Business Administration (MBA). Renee is the youngest member of
the Divisional Management Committee.
Paul Johnson
Maintenance Engineer
Paul began his career as an apprentice
electrician in the public sector and progressed to the role of
Assistant Engineer over a period of 16 years. Following a six month
stint as Shift Engineer with the Grand Hyatt Melbourne, Paul was
appointed as Maintenance Engineer of St John of God Warrnambool
Hospital in 1994. Paul brings over 30 years experience in the
health care industry and is a valuable member of the Leadership and
Management Team.
John
Parkinson
Community Relations/Mental Health Manager
John began his career in mental health in 1974 as a
Registered Psychiatric Nurse in a large psychiatric hospital.
During his nursing he gained ongoing formal education focusing on
alternative therapies - aside from medical intervention - such as
Family Therapy and Psychosocial methods. In 1999, John changed
career paths, part owning a successful fast food business for
six years before re-entering the mental health field. In 2007, he
developed the Mental Health Service at St John of God
Warrnambool Hospital, which included the Raphael Centre, which had been in operation
for 12 months.
Andrea Gash
Finance Manager
Andrea began her accounting career in
Brisbane with the Queensland State Government and completed her
Chartered Accounting in 2008. She has worked for
accounting/taxation firms in country New South Wales and Victoria.
Andrea began working for St John of God Warrnambool Hospital in
December 2008.