UAB MEDICINE, Women & Infants Services
Elicia Daley (right), Director of Women & Infants Services and Jennifer Ferachi Kelley (left), Nurse Manager, Mother/Baby Units
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Profile: Elicia Daley
Title: RN, Administrative Director Women’s and Infants’ Services
Organization: UAB Hospital
Address: 619 19th Street South
Phone: (205) 934-2033
Fax: (205) 975-6803
Email: edaley@uabmc.edu
Favorite quote: “The determining factor for leadership greatness is not so much ability as availability” Congressman Marsha Blackburn
Job Description: I am responsible for ensuring the Women’s & Infants’ service line at UAB Hospital is effective at producing optimal patient outcomes while remaining fiscally productive. My team consists of 700+ employees.
Length of service: 15 Months in this role
Accreditations: Board Certified Public Health Clinical Nurse Specialist
Education: I received my AD in Nursing from Lawson State, BSN and MSN from Jacksonville State University. I am currently pursuing my Doctorate in Nursing from UAB.
Family: Married with 2 daughters Mechelle & Yentl. Zephaniah and Joshua are my grandsons.
Personal Business Philosophy: For of those to whom much is given, much is required, Luke 12:48. It is important to give back to the less fortunate to maintain success.
Advice to women in business: If you don’t believe you can do it, no one else will.
Best advice ever received: You have not, because you ask not.
Secret to surviving in business: Regardless of what type of business you are in, your customer must believe your primary goal is to provide them with a great experience.
Strongest inspiration: That the sky is truly the limit to what I can have.
Secret to dealing with employees: It is important to be visible, honest and follow through on initiatives. Transparency and predictability is crucial to leading a productive team.
What most people don’t realize about me: I really enjoy dancing.
Primary volunteer and community involvement: I actively participate in fundraisers for various charities.
Favorite place or way to relax: Lying out on Shoal Bay’s beach in Anguilla with the ocean waves as my music.
Favorite restaurant: I like soul food, Mrs. B’s on 4th Ave. and Niki’s West are two of my favorite’s in Birmingham.
Additional thoughts: I would like all Women to realize their self worth and know they can accomplish the goals they set. It all starts with a dream. If you can dream it, you can make it a reality.
Profile: Jennifer Ferachi Kelley
Title: Nurse Manager, Mother Baby Units
Company/Organization: UAB Hospital
Address: 619 19th Street South, JT N481, Birmingham, AL 35249
Phone: (205) 934-3244
E-mail: jmkelley@uabmc.edu
Favorite Quote: “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing”- John Powell
Company/Organization Brief Mission : UAB Hospital will be the
recognized global leader for providing innovative, high quality,
cost-effective, and compassionate health care services that improve the health status and knowledge of society.
Providing the highest quality healthcare utilizing innovative approaches in order to improve the health of our communities, one patient at a time.
Job description: Responsible for operations of a 41 bed Mother Baby nursing unit to ensure safe and quality patient care.
Length of service: 5 years
Accreditations: UAB received the distinct honor of Magnet Nursing
Favorite Awards & Honors: 2005 Baton Rouge District Nurses Association Award Recipient, Achieved National Certification in Maternal Newborn Nursing, Recipient of UAB Hospital 2009 CEO Core Values Award
Education: I received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing degree from UAB.
Family: I have been married to my husband, Keith for 12 years and we have two beautiful children, Davis and Ava Claire.
Personal Business Philosophy: Celebrate successes and learn from opportunities! Be visible (work alongside my team) and be approachable!
Advice to women in business: Strive for excellence and opportunities will find you!
Best advice ever received: You are a successful leader when your team functions effectively in your absence.
Secret to surviving in business: Make time for yourself and your family. Love what you do! I am so proud to be a nurse!
Strongest inspiration: My parents instilled strong values and character in myself and my siblings.
Being in business has taught me: Diversity and patience and to never compromise my integrity.
Secret to dealing with employees: Take time to know something special about everyone. Know what motivates and makes your team members happy.
What most people don’t realize about me: I have a life outside of UAB!
Primary volunteer and community involvement: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Junior League
Favorite place or way to relax: I love working in the yard and spending time with my family!
Favorite restaurant: Fox Valley-Helena, AL
