Mekhala has over 20 years of nursing experience within the Sydney Local Health District (SLHD). She currently serves as the Nurse Unit Manager for RPA Virtual Urgent Care, where she plays a key role in delivering innovative, patient-centred virtual healthcare. In addition to her leadership in virtual care, Mekhala is also the Team Leader and Local Health District (LHD) Nurse for the Street Side Medics clinics at Marrickville and Waterloo, providing vital primary care services to people experiencing homelessness and those with complex health needs. Mekhala is passionate about accessible healthcare, clinical innovation, and improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities.