Jo Tyson brings over two decades of experience in mental health, having worked in diverse settings across Australia and overseas. Her early career was spent on psychiatric nursing wards, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care and mental health management.
After transitioning into middle management roles, Jo broadened her expertise by pursuing education in areas outside of healthcare. This multidisciplinary knowledge has equipped her with a unique perspective and skill set that she now applies to her role in quality and safety, ensuring high standards of care and operational excellence.
Jo’s diverse academic background provides her with the tools to approach mental health care and safety from multiple perspectives. Her education has equipped her with advanced skills in leadership, health management, and quality assurance, enabling her to implement effective systems that prioritise patient care and staff wellbeing.
Jo’s professional focus lies in ensuring quality and safety in mental health services. Her broad educational background and diverse career path allow her to approach challenges with insight and innovation.
With over two decades in mental health, Jo Tyson brings a wealth of experience spanning frontline care, management, and quality assurance. Her multidisciplinary education and leadership skills enable her to enhance patient safety, operational efficiency, and healthcare standards.
Mental health nursing
Quality and safety in healthcare
Leadership and health management
Work health and safety
Policy development and compliance
Staff training and mentorship
Jo is passionate about improving healthcare systems through effective leadership, safety initiatives, and continuous education. She is dedicated to fostering best practices in mental health care and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
Jo Tyson
Quality and Safety
Jo Tyson, head of Quality & Safety, explores the legal rights of patients, ethical rehab practices, and safety considerations in addiction recovery.
Jo believes that quality and safety are integral to creating environments where patients can thrive. Her holistic approach considers not only clinical care but also the systems and processes that ensure patient well-being. By combining her experience in mental health nursing with her knowledge of leadership and health management, Jo fosters a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.