Brandon Heath McGrew
Saraland
Summary
Board-certified CRNA with extensive leadership experience in critical care and academic environments. Successfully established an independent anesthesia practice at University Hospital, completing over 400 cases in the first 14 months with an impeccable safety record. Proven ability to mentor clinical staff, enhance OR efficiency, and implement quality improvement initiatives. Committed to fostering staff development and supporting departmental growth in an Assistant Chief CRNA role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
University Hospital
Mobile
09.2024 - Current
- Independently provide full-scope anesthesia services for 400+ cases in first 14 months, including general, orthopedic, neurosurgery, trauma, cardiothoracic, and acute pain management.
- Achieved 100% compliance with documentation, medication safety, and quality metrics; zero incidents or medication errors.
- Serve as primary preceptor and daily resource for new CRNA hires and SRNAs from University of Mobile and other programs.
- Regularly assume relief charge CRNA responsibilities, coordinating breaks, assignments, and urgent add-on cases.
- Recognized by surgeons and OR staff for calm leadership during multiple emergent cases.
Registered Nurse
Recovery Room LLC (IV Hydration & Wellness)
Mobile
11.2017 - 01.2022
- Managed clinical operations for high-volume IV hydration and wellness clinic.
- Trained staff on IV techniques and customer service standards to enhance service quality.
Charge Registered Nurse – Surgical ICU (Weekend/Nights)
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
Mobile
09.2016 - 01.2022
- Directed all nursing activities for 24-bed surgical/ cardiothoracic ICU as weekend and night charge nurse (12 direct reports).
- Managed staffing, bed allocation, conflict resolution, and rapid response for critically ill post-op cardio-thoracic, vascular, and trauma patients.
- Code Blue Team member and frequent team leader.
- Precepted and mentored >75 new graduate RNs and served as primary resource for complex critical care management.
Adjunct Clinical Faculty – Senior Level Critical Care & Emergency Nursing
Coastal Alabama Community College
Fairhope & Bay Minette
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Directly supervised, instructed, and evaluated 50–60 senior BSN students per semester across multiple Level II trauma centers and ICUs.
- Consistently rated 4.8–5.0/5.0 on clinical evaluations for teaching effectiveness and leadership.
Education
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) - Mobile, AL
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL08.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Tuscaloosa, AL
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Bay Minette, AL
Faulkner State Community College
Bay Minette, AL08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL08.2014
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Medication safety
- Patient monitoring
- Anesthesia equipment management
- Quality assurance
- Critical care expertise
- Hospital protocols
- Clinical documentation
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Team leadership
References
References and letters of recommendation available upon request (Strong letters already secured from Dr. Bill McRae – Assistant Chief CRNA, Dr. Todd Hicks – Program Director, and Donald Buzbee – former SICU Manager)
Professional Leadership And Service
- Preceptor, University of Mobile SRNA Clinical Rotations, 2024–Present
- Member, American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
- Member, Alabama Association of Nurse Anesthetists (ALANA)
Certification
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), NBCRNA, 151545
Timeline
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
University Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Faculty – Senior Level Critical Care & Emergency Nursing
Coastal Alabama Community College
08.2019 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Recovery Room LLC (IV Hydration & Wellness)
11.2017 - 01.2022
Charge Registered Nurse – Surgical ICU (Weekend/Nights)
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center
09.2016 - 01.2022
Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) - Mobile, AL
University of Mobile
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Tuscaloosa, AL
University of Alabama
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Bay Minette, AL
Faulkner State Community College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Alabama