Published on 25 January 2023
Dear Colleagues,
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ryan Dube to the role of Director of Nursing for Mental Health & Wellbeing Services at Western Health, who will be the Senior Mental Health Clinical Lead for the Mental Health Transition & Integration project.
Ryan Dube is a Registered Nurse who comes to Western Health with extensive experience, expertise and leadership within mental health, and a proven track record of an ongoing commitment to improving the care of people with a mental health diagnosis. Ryan is a values-driven leader, who is committed to working collaboratively to achieve high quality outcomes for our consumers, staff and the wider community.
Most recently Ryan was at Mercy Health where he was the Deputy Program Director for Access, Inpatient and Residential Services, a role that he has held since 2020. Prior to this he was the Director of Clinical Services at Belmont Private Psychiatric Hospital in Queensland and the Executive Director for Prison Mental Health Services at Forensicare.
Prior to the transition (until 30 June 2023) Ryan will work as part of the Mental Health Transition and Integration team as the Senior Mental Health Clinical Lead, reporting operationally to Paula Stephenson (Director, Mental Health Transition & Integration) and professionally to Shane Crowe (Executive Director, Nursing & Midwifery). During this time he will provide professional and clinical leadership to inform Western Health’s mental health clinical standards, clinical practice, strategic workforce planning and education, and the quality and safety requirements for Western Health’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Services.
Following the transition (post 1 July 2023) Ryan will shift into the Director of Nursing for Mental Health & Wellbeing role where he will report directly to Shane Crowe (Executive Director, Nursing & Midwifery).
Ryan will commence at Western Health on 6 February 2023. Please join us in congratulating Ryan on his appointment and welcoming and supporting him in this important role.
Shane Crowe |
Paula Stephenson |