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1st peer: To ensure the sustainability of my capstone change project, several key resources will need to be established. First, ongoing access to educational materials and training on maternal mental health and breastfeeding support should be provided for healthcare staff. This can be in the form of workshops, webinars, or an online resource hub that staff can refer to as needed. Additionally, it will be essential to implement a tracking system to monitor the utilization of maternal health resources by new mothers and assess the outcomes over time.

In terms of leadership, I would designate a maternal health nurse educator or a senior nurse with a vested interest in women’s health to oversee the continuity of the project. This individual should be someone with the authority to make decisions, facilitate ongoing staff training, and address any barriers that may arise post-implementation. They should also collaborate with hospital administration to ensure that the project remains a priority and is integrated into the organization’s long-term strategic goals.

Before leaving, I will provide detailed documentation that outlines the project’s goals, the steps for maintaining the intervention, and the evidence supporting its benefits. This information will include a clear plan for regular evaluation of the project’s impact, including data collection methods and benchmarks for success, ensuring that the project can be adapted and sustained long after my involvement ends.

2nd peer: To ensure that my change project, the advanced practice nurse-led education program for managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), is sustainable after I leave the organization, several key resources need to be put in place. First, it is crucial to establish a dedicated team of advanced practice nurses (APNs) who are well-trained in delivering the educational program and equipped with the necessary tools to support patients in managing their IBS symptoms. This will require ongoing training programs to ensure that new nurses joining the organization are adequately prepared, and that existing staff can maintain competency in areas such as dietary counseling, stress management techniques, and symptom tracking. Additionally, electronic health records (EHR) systems should be adapted to include templates for tracking patient progress, symptoms, and interventions specific to IBS, which will help ensure continuity of care and monitor the program’s long-term effectiveness (Aguirre et al., 2019). A library of patient education materials, both digital and print, will need to be readily accessible to patients and staff, covering key aspects of IBS management in an easy-to-understand format. I would recommend leaving the lead advanced practice nurse in charge of overseeing the program once I leave, as they are the most familiar with both the clinical and administrative aspects of the project. This nurse will be responsible for monitoring outcomes, providing ongoing mentorship to their peers, and ensuring that the program is integrated into the clinic’s routine practices. They should also act as a liaison between the nursing team, administration, and other healthcare providers to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration (Buljac-Samardzic et al., 2020). To ensure the program’s sustainability, I will leave behind comprehensive documentation, including step-by-step protocols for patient education sessions, evaluation criteria, and guidelines for troubleshooting common challenges. I will also provide detailed reports on the program’s impact, as well as recommendations for ongoing quality improvement based on the data collected during the initial implementation phase. Furthermore, I will ensure that the organization is connected with external resources such as continuing education opportunities and partnerships with professional organizations that specialize in IBS management. By leaving these resources and structures in place, the program will be well-positioned to continue making a positive impact on patient outcomes and healthcare utilization long after my departure.

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