LESSON PLAN

ON
TOPIC : OPERATIONAL PLANNING
SUBJECT: NURSING MANAGEMENT

Submitted to : Submitted By:

Dr Nitika Thakur Ms Minakshi Gangwar
Associate Professor MSc Nursing 2ND year
Child Health Nursing 2023538791
SSNSR,SU
 IDENTIFICATION DATA:

• Name of the teacher: Ms Minakshi Gangwar

• Name of the subject: Nursing Management
• Name of the topic: Operational planning
• Name of the student : MSc nursing 2nd year
• Size of the group: 8
• Date and time of presentation: 04- 04- 25 , 11:15-12:10 Pm
• Method of teaching- Lecture cum discussion
• Venue/place of presentation: Conference room
• Duration of teaching: 1 HOUR
• Av aids: Chart paper, pamphlets

Previous knowledge about the topic: STUDENTS HAVE SOME IDEA ABOUT THE TOPIC
• GENERAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of the class students will able to gain complete
knowledge about Operational planning

• SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of class students will able to known-

 Introduction of the Operational planning

 Definition of Operational planning
 Explain the key aspects of Operational planning
 Explain how to make operational planning
 Explain the purposes of operational planning
 Explain the principles of operational planning
 Summary
 Conclusion
S.NO TIME SPECIFIC CONTENT TEACHER LEARNER AV - EVALUATION
OBJECTIVE ACTIVITY ACTIVITY AIDS

1 5 Min To introduce It focuses on day to day activities Teacher Student PPT Introduce
the topic and ensures that resources are introduce listens Operational
Operational effectively utilized to provide high the topic planning?
planning quality patient care while
maintaining efficient workflow.

2 5min To define the DEFINITION Teacher Student PPT Define

topic defined the listens Operational
Operational Operational planning in nursing topic planning?
planning management refers to the detailed
process of setting goals and
outlining the tasks, resources, and
timelines necessary to achieve
specific objectives within a
nursing unit or healthcare facility.
It focuses on day to day activities
and ensures that resources are
effectively utilized to provide high
quality patient care while
maintaining efficient workflow.
3 5min To explain KEY ASPECTS OF Teacher Student PPT Explain the
the key OPERATIONAL explained listens key aspects of
aspects of PLANNING the key operational
operational aspects of planning ?
planning 1.Focuses mainly for short-range operational
issues usally developed by lower planning
–levels managers in conjuction
with middle management.
2. Identify what must be
accomplished over a short period
,mostly day- today operational
activates such as work methods
,inventory planning etc.
3.Operational plan could be
quarterly ,half year or yearly
(calendar year or fiscal year).

4 5min To explain HOW TO MAKE Teacher Student PPT Explain how to

how to make OPERATIONAL PLAN explained listens and make
operational how to understood operational
plan 1.Develop strategic plan. make plan?
2. Narrow down scope. operational
3.Identify operational plan. plan
4. develop operational plan.
5. share and update operational
plan.

1- Develop strategic plan: use

already developed strategic plan, if
strategic plan is not created ,create
it.
2- Narrow down scope: narrow
down scope to team level or
departmental level (
HR,Finance,production
,sales,marketing etc.).every team
or department have their own
operational plan.

3- identify stake holders: identify

or list down the stakeholders who
will be involved in development of
operational plan.

4-Develop operational plan:

operational plan defines set of
actions of teams /departments with
timeline to achieve goals.

Operational plan includes: what

we want to achieve? How will be
achieved? When it will be
achieved? Who will perform
which task?

5-Share and update operational

plan: once the operational plan is
created ,share it with all
stakeholders. Monitor the
performance of stakeholders
againstoperational plan.
 BENEFITS OF
OPERATIONAL PLANNING:
1.It helps to achieve long-term
strategic objectives .
2. Operational plan defines daily
/weekly or routine.
3. Operational planning helps to
monitor the performance of team
member against plan.

5 5 min To explain PURPOSES OF Teacher Student Hanging Explain the

the purposes OPERATIONAL PLANNING explained listens and chart purposes of
of the purposes understood operational
operational 1. Guiding daily operations: of planning?
planning operational planning operational
provides a roadmap for planning
managing daily nursing
tasks, ensuring all staff
know their roles
2. Aligning with strategic
goals: it translates broader
organizational strategies
into actionable steps for
nursing terms.
3. Risk management: helps
to anticipate challenges
and plan contingencies in
advance, ensuring smooth
operations during crises.
4. Resource allocation:
ensures that nursing units
 have the right mix of
personnel and resources to
deliver care effectively.
5. Performance
measurement: operational
planning includes settings
performance metrics that
allow nursing managers to
monitor and evaluate staff
productivity , patient
outcomes ,and care quality

6 5 min To explain PRINCIPLES OF Teacher Student PPT Explain the

the OPERATIONAL explained listens and principles of
principles of PLANNING the understood operational
operational principles of planning?
planning • Patient - centered operational
approach: every decision planning
should prioritize patient
safety,comfort and care
quality.
• Clear communication:
plans should be
communicated clearly to
all nursing staff to ensure
alignment and reduce
confusion.
• Flexibility and
adaptability: plans should
allow room for flexibility
to accommodate
 unexpected situations,
such as emergencies or
staffing changes.
• Collaboration:
operational planning
should involve
collaboration with other
departments (e.g.
physicians ,lab
technicians) to ensures
cohesive delivery.
• Data – driven decisions:
use of data ,such as patient
outcomes,staffing patterns
,and resource availability ,
should guide planning and
adjustments.
• Accountability: each
member of the nursing
team should have clear
understanding of their
responsibilities and
performance should be
regular reviewed.
• Sustainability : planning
should account for the
long term health and
sustainability of the
workforce ,preventing
burnout by managing
workloads effectively.
 SUMMARY
Operational planning is a critical process that bridges the gap between an organization’s long-term strategic goals and the day-to-day activities
required to achieve them. It involves breaking down high-level strategies into detailed, actionable steps that departments or teams can
implement over a short-term period, usually monthly, quarterly, or annually. This plan outlines specific objectives, tasks, timelines, and the
allocation of resources such as manpower, budget, and materials. It also assigns clear responsibilities to team members to ensure accountability
and efficiency in execution. Operational planning considers current capabilities, constraints, and anticipated challenges to ensure realistic and
achievable outcomes. It often includes performance indicators and monitoring mechanisms to track progress and make timely adjustments. By
providing structure and clarity, operational planning helps organizations stay focused, coordinate efforts across departments, optimize resource
use, and respond swiftly to changes or obstacles in the operating environment. It is essential for maintaining consistent performance and
ensuring that everyday operations contribute meaningfully to broader strategic goals.

CONCLUSION
In conclusion, operational planning is the essential mechanism that transforms strategic visions into daily actions. It provides a clear roadmap
that specifies the tasks, responsibilities, resources, and timelines necessary to achieve short-term objectives. By ensuring that every team
member understands their role and by establishing measurable benchmarks for success, operational planning drives efficiency and
accountability within an organization. Moreover, it enables businesses to respond agilely to emerging challenges and opportunities, thereby
reinforcing the connection between everyday operations and long-term strategic success.
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