Authors

  1. Wilson, Claire DNP, RN, NE-BC
  2. Whiteman, Kimberly DNP, RN
  3. Stephens, Kimberly DNP, RN
  4. Swanson-Biearman, Brenda DNP, MPH, RN
  5. LaBarba, Judy MSN, RN, NE-BC

Abstract

This project describes a multifaceted noise reduction program on 2 hospital units designed to ensure a quiet hospital environment, with the goal of improving the patient experience. The noise committee in an urban city hospital developed a plan to control noise including scripted leadership rounding, staff education, a nighttime sleep promotion cart, and visual aids to remind staff to be quiet. Postintervention improvement in patient satisfaction scores was noted.