| Quarter | Avg Daily Pt Census | Avg Daily Nurse Census | Avg Daily Nurse to Pt Ratio |
| Apr-Jun 21 | 5.01 | 3.09 | 1:1.62 |
| Jan-Mar 21 | 6.17 | 3.81 | 1:1.62 |
| Oct-Dec 20 | 5.29 | 2.88 | 1:1.83 |
| Jul-Sep 20 | 5.00 | 2.68 | 1:1.86 |
| Apr-Jun 20 | 5.23 | 3.59 | 1:1.45 |
| Jan-Mar 20 | 5.07 | 2.81 | 1:1.80 |
| Oct-Dec 19 | 4.83 | 2.71 | 1:1.78 |
| Jul-Sep 19 | 4.61 | 2.66 | 1:1.74 |
| Apr-Jun 19 | 4.62 | 2.64 | 1:1.75 |
| Jan- Mar 19 | 5.13 | 2.34 | 1:2.19 |
| Oct-Dec 18 | 5.00 | 2.89 | 1:1.73 |
| Jul-Sep 18 | 4.18 | 2.52 | 1:1.66 |
| Apr-Jun 18 | 4.72 | 2.88 | 1:1.64 |
| Jan-Mar 18 | 5.69 | 3.13 | 1:1.82 |
| Oct-Dec 17 | 4.73 | 2.84 | 1:1.66 |
| Jul-Sep 17 | 4.57 | 2.84 | 1:1.61 |
| Apr-Jun 17 | 4.04 | 2.69 | 1:1.5 |
| Jan-Mar 17 | 4.65 | 2.81 |
1:1.65 |
| Oct-Dec 16 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 1:1.7 |
| Jul-Sep 16 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 1:1.3 |
| Apr-Jun 16 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 1:1.7 |
| Jan-Mar 16 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 1:1.6 |
Intensive Care Unit
About Our ICU
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham has a 7 bedded closed intensive care unit which provides state of the art, compassionate care to critically ill medical and surgical patients. Round the clock clinical care is provided by a dedicated team comprising of board-certified intensivists, critical care trained NPs, PAs, and nurses.
Meet Our Team
Our Doctors
Nursing Leadership
- Christine McKee
Information for Patients and Families
At the BID Needham ICU we strive to deliver the highest standards of care to our patients. We welcome visitation of friends and family members to facilitate the healing process. To make your visit easier, find useful information below.
Communicating with the Staff
We recommend one person be designated as the spokesperson. The family spokesperson will receive and relay patient updates to other family members, friends, and neighbors. Please leave that person's name and contact information with the ICU team. The ICU staff will contact the spokesperson about any serious change in your loved one's condition.
Visiting Your Loved Ones
Find current visitation policies here.
Taking Care of Yourself
We understand this is a stressful time for you, so we highly encourage you and other family members to spend some time at home. Family members need frequent breaks to alleviate stress. It is important to take care of your own needs as well. Please provide staff with your contact information so we may contact you if needed.
Contact Us
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham Main Number: 781-453-3000
ICU Nursing Station: 781-453-5283
ICU Staffing Report FY2021 Q3 - FY2022 Q3
| Quarter | Avg Daily Pt Census | Avg Daily Nurse Census | Avg Daily Nurse to Pt Ratio |
| Apr-Jun 23 | 5.12 | 2.97 | 2:1.72 |
| Jan-Mar 23 | 5.77 | 3.04 | 1:1.90 |
| Oct-Dec 22 | 5.63 | 3.53 | 1:1.60 |
| Jul-Sep 22 | 4.96 | 2.61 | 1:1.90 |
| Apr-Jun 22 | 5.01 | 2.95 | 1:1.70 |
| Jan-Mar 22 | 5.72 | 3.46 | 1:1.65 |
| Oct-Dec 21 | 5.84 | 3.26 | 1:1.79 |
| Jul-Sep 21 | 5.27 | 3.28 | 1:1.61 |
ICU Staffing Report Historical