Divisional Management Committee
Glen Power
Chief Executive Officer
Glen commenced with St John of God Warrnambool Hospital in
January 2013. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in metabolic
biochemistry from Oxford University (which he attended as a Rhodes
Scholar) and has also undertaken law studies at Melbourne
University. Prior to this appointment Glen worked as the CEO
of South West Aboriginal Medical Services in Bunbury WA, and with
Ramsay Health Care and Healthscope in Hospital CEO roles.
He also spent 4 years working in Clinical Governance and Clinical
Improvement and Risk for the Mayne/Affinity Health
groups.
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 also previously acted in the role of Chief Executive Officer at
St John of God Warrnambool Hospital. She holds a graduate
certificate in leadership and catholic culture.
Anne Maree Mugavin
Director of Mission
Anne Maree Mugavin has been with St John
of God Warrnambool Hospital for 27 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 18 years ago as a Registered Nurse, and
has since held roles as Nurse Coordinator and Staff Development and
Quality Coordinator. Kim has 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
Drysdale
Business Services Manager
Renee has been with St John of God Warrnambool
Hospital for 10 years. Renee is a progressive thinker
who has completed her Graduate Certificate in Business and Masters
Degree in Business Administration (MBA). Renee is the
youngest member of the Divisional Management team.
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 18 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 Divisional
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.