WA’s aged care workforce: bold solutions for the aged care sector – panel session
Bernie is dedicated to enhancing the health care system in Western Australia, focusing on providing under-served communities with accessible care and minimising unnecessary hospitalisations.
Her efforts are geared towards fostering collaborations with like-minded organisations and establishing connections in emerging priority areas for Primary Health Networks (PHNs).
With an in-depth understanding of primary health care complexities in Australia, Bernie recognises the opportunities presented by current health policy reforms.
Her extensive experience includes building organisational culture, driving innovation, improving operations, and achieving better health outcomes for communities.
As an Executive General Manager with WA Primary Health Alliance, Bernie has successfully overseen programs that strengthen primary care and has led significant commissioning activities.
Her background in the health sector spans roles from a registered nurse, practicing both in Australia and internationally, to clinical leadership positions.
She has held senior roles at McKesson Asia Pacific and Medibank Health Solutions, managing large, diverse teams across multiple jurisdictions.
Bernie holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree and is a Certified Health Executive with a Fellowship from the Australasian College of Health Service Management.
Ageing Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, waters and community. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present.