DEPARTMENT OF NURSING MANAGEMENT
GCON, CUDDALORE
MASTER PLAN ON
DIRECTING ROLES AND
FUNCTIONS IN MANAGEMENT
SUBMITTED TO
DR.SASIKALA MSC (N),Ph.D.
TUTOR IN NURSING
GCON
CUDDALORE
SUBMITTED TO
P.PRIYA
MSC (N), 2ND YEAR
GCON
CUDDALORE
DIRECTING SUBMITTED
ROLESONAND FUNCTIONS IN
MANAGEMENT
INTRODUCTION
Directing/Direction is a function of management performed by top level
management in order to achieve organizational goals. It is very important and
necessary function of management. Management has to undertake various activities
like, guide people, inspired and lead them as well as supervision of their activity is
required in order to achieve desired results.
MEANING AND DEFINITION
Direction consists of the process and techniques utilized in issuing instructions
and making certain that operations are carried as originally planned.
“Directing involves determining the course, giving order and instruction and
providing dynamic leadership”– Marshall
DEFINITION
1. According to Human, “Directing consists of process or technique by
which instruction can be issued and operations can be carried out as
originally planned” Therefore, Directing is the function of guiding,
inspiring, overseeing and instructing people towards accomplishment of
organizational goals.
OBJECTIVES OF DIRECTING
Diagnosing and investigating health problems and health hazards in the
Monitoring health status to identify community problems.
Informing educating and empowering people about health issues
Developing policies and plans the support individual and community health
efforts
NEED OF DIRECTION IN COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES
To combine the primary health and social care
To improve the easy access to primary health care services
To provide support to identify the long-term illness disease and treat them care
in community settings
To participate in community health programme strategic directions
The Three important skills that the nurse manager must possess when they
are trying to influence the behaviour of other:-
Diagnose
Adopt
Communication
FEATURES OF DIRECTING
Ongoing process
Not supported by rules
Directing is situational
Behavioural science
Understanding of the group behaviour
Participative in nature
IMPORTANCE OF NURSING DIRECTING ROLES AND FUNCTIONS
Ensuring Quality Patient Care
Efficient Resource Allocation
Leadership and Decision-Making
Staff Development and Training
Communication and Collaboration
Policy Implementation and Compliance
Conflict Resolution and Workplace Harmony
Innovation and Change Management
Risk Management and Patient Safety
Advocacy for Nurses and Patients
BENEFITS OF DIRECTING
Creation of a sound work environment
Development of managers
Behavioural satisfaction
Increase the productivity
Achieves coordination
Facilitates control
Facilitate growth
PRINCIPLES OF DIRECTION
1) Unity of command
2) Unity of direction
3) Appropriate selection of employees
4) Participation
5) Communication
6) Counselling & guidance
7) Synthesis conflicting objective
8) Direct supervision
CHARACTERISTICS OF DIRECTING
Implements the plan of action
Pervasive or prevalent function
Progressive activity
Descending order of hierarchy
Continuous Activity
Human Factor
Creative Activity
Executive Function
Delegate Function
ELEMENTS OF DIRECTION
1. Communication
2. Supervision
3. Motivation
4. Leadership
NEED OF DIRECTING IN HOSPITAL SERVICES
NEED OF DIRECTING IN NURSING SERVICES
ROLE OF DIRECTING IN COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICE
ADANTAGES OF DIRECTING ROLES AND FUNCTIONS
1. Enhances Team Coordination and Efficiency
2. Improves Patient Care Quality
3. Boosts Staff Motivation and Morale
4. Facilitates Effective Communication
5. Promotes Professional Growth and Development
6. Ensures Accountability and Performance Monitoring
7. Supports Adaptability in Changing Healthcare Environments
8. Enhances Conflict Resolution
DIS ADANTAGES OF DIRECTING ROLES AND FUNCTIONS
1. Time-Consuming
2. Risk of Micromanagement
3. Resistance to Authority
4. Increased Stress for Managers
5. Communication Barriers
6. Dependence on Leadership Style
7. Limited Innovation
8. Potential Conflict
9. Decreased Motivation
10. Resource Intensiveness
JOURNAL APPLICATION
THEORY APPLICATION
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