Leadership Team
Our Executive Team manages all functions of the hospital including patient management and care, health professional support and community awareness.
Executive Team

Dale Nelligan
Chief Executive Officer
Dale joined Healthe Care in 2014 on acquisition of the Marian Centre, the company's second West Australian mental health facility. She commenced at the Marian Centre in its formation in 2004, and was instrumental in its official opening in 2006. As CEO of both Abbotsford Private Hospital and the Marian Centre, Dale is responsible for doctor engagement, managing day-to-day operations and overseeing governance, while leading strategic initiatives for continued growth and quality patient care for Healthe Care's West Australian mental health hospitals.

Jane Dowling
Director of Nursing
Jane joined Abbotsford Private Hospital in 2007. She is a Credentialed Mental Health Nurse (ACMHN) with significant clinical and management experience in the public and private sectors. As Director of Nursing, Jane is responsible for overseeing clinical care the hospital provides, whilst managing its Nursing and Allied Health workforce.

Aideen Cooney
Executive Assistant - CEO/DON
Aideen provides executive support to the Hospital CEO, Executive Team and Visiting Medical Officers. She is also involved with staff, community and Doctor engagement, through communications and events.

Lorraine Husten
Finance and Accounts Manager
Lorraine has been the Finance and Accounts Manager at Abbotsford Private since 2008. She has extensive experience within the private hospital sector.

Andrea Love
Business Development Manager
Andrea joined Healthe Care in 2015 with over 30 years marketing and business development experience across various industries including medical specialist environments. Andrea is responsible for all aspects of marketing and driving business development for Healthe Care's West Australian sites involving engaging with multiple stakeholders including specialists, referers, Allied Health and the broader community.

Janne Nesbitt
Facility Administration Manager
Janne joined the Administration team at Abbotsford Private Hospital and Blackwood River Clinic team in July 2014 and has recently been appointed as Facility Administration Manager of these two facilities.