Melinda Farnsworth

Melinda Farnsworth is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive experience in nursing and management across various organizations. Currently serving as Nurse Unit Manager at Epworth since February 2024, previous roles include Executive Director of Primary Care and Aged Services at Bellarine Community Health, and Regional Manager at Mercy Health Australia. Melinda's background also includes significant tenure at Ballarat Health Services, where management of the Complex Care Program was a key focus, and serving as Nurse Coordinator at Ballarat District Nursing and Healthcare. Early career positions include roles at St John of God Health Care in various nursing capacities and as Senior Nurse Advisor at the Department of Human Services, Victoria. Melinda holds an MBA from Federation University Australia, a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Practice from Western Sydney University, and a Post Graduate Bachelor of Nursing from Deakin University.