Kennedy's career has included service to USA as a Clinical Manager of USA OB/GYN, Nurse Practitioner for USA Student Health and Manager of Staff Development for USA Health Services Foundation.
Becky Tate, chief executive officer of the University of South Alabama Health Services Foundation, said Kennedy has been a great asset to the organization.
"Patsy had a strong commitment to our institution and wanted to create success for everyone around her. Her work to establish and formalize the training and development program for all HSF staff, as well as her efforts to improve the quality care we provide in our clinics through her work as a patient advocate will have a lasting impact," said Tate. "She will be missed, but we wish her well in her retirement."