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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nurse Community, Training & Support
Connecting and Supporting CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK.
We bring together experienced CHC nurses, new agency nurses and healthcare professionals who work within the CHC pathway to share knowledge, gain support and grow their careers.
Our network provides a safe, relaxed space where only nurses who truly understand the pressures of CHC work can connect, ask questions, and access relevant training and updates.
From CHC assessments and funding to complex case management, we help you stay informed, confident and connected in your practice.
With a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we support members through invite-only social media groups, online and in-person events, and practical resources focused on
NHS Continuing Healthcare, community care and person-centred case management.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a peer-led community created by nurses, for nurses, who work in or alongside Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
We understand the challenges of agency work, CHC assessments, funding disputes, multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings and complex community care packages.
Our mission is to provide professional connection, emotional support, CHC-specific training and practical guidance to help agency nurses deliver safe, effective and compliant care for patients eligible for CHC funding.
Whether you are an experienced CHC assessor, community nurse, case manager or a nurse new to CHC work, our network helps you build confidence, develop your skills and grow your professional profile.
Our Core Services for CHC Agency Nurses
Private CHC Nurse Community & Peer Support
We host a number of confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC agency nurses can discuss professional issues 24/7, ask questions and share real-world experiences.
These spaces allow you to talk openly with colleagues who understand CHC pressures, complex caseloads and agency work demands.
Many nurses in our network build strong professional relationships and long-lasting friendships, staying in touch and supporting each other for years.
If you are looking for a trusted, professional space outside your employer to talk through CHC challenges, our community can help.
CHC-Focused Training & Professional Development
We promote and deliver specialist Continuing Healthcare training that is highly relevant to agency nurses working across hospitals, community settings, and home-based care.
Topics commonly covered include:
- Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility criteria and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Best practice for CHC assessments, reviews and MDT meetings
- Care planning, risk management and documentation for CHC-funded packages
- Collaboration with CCGs/ICBs, local authorities and multidisciplinary teams
- Regulatory compliance and quality standards in CHC and community care
Our training and shared resources help you stay up to date with CHC policy changes, national frameworks and local commissioning requirements, supporting your development from foundation to advanced practice.
Events, Meet-Ups & Networking Opportunities
We run regular online events, webinars, study sessions and in-person meet-ups designed specifically around the needs of CHC agency nurses.
These events are ideal for:
- Learning about the latest CHC guidance and best practice
- Discussing complex cases in a supportive, confidential environment
- Meeting other CHC nurses, managers, assessors and case coordinators
- Building your professional network and exploring new agency or consultancy opportunities
Our events calendar helps you plan regular CPD and reflective practice discussions, making it easier to evidence ongoing professional development for your revalidation and appraisal.
Support with CHC Case Management & Transitions
Members of our network regularly share practical approaches to CHC case management, including safe and effective transitions between hospital, community and home-based care.
Through peer discussion and shared learning, we focus on:
- Coordinating person-centred care plans for complex CHC patients
- Managing hospital discharge and step-down pathways
- Ensuring continuity of care during provider or package changes
- Advocating for patients and families through the CHC process
This collective knowledge helps agency nurses maintain high-quality, safe and compassionate care while working within different providers and settings.
Guidance on CHC Processes, Funding & Compliance
The CHC pathway can be complex, especially for nurses moving between different clinical environments and commissioning areas.
Within our network we share up-to-date insights on:
- CHC eligibility, checklist completion and DST documentation
- Interaction between CHC, FNC, social care and self-funding
- Appeals, disputes and review processes
- Working in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
By learning from other CHC professionals, you can navigate funding queries and compliance requirements more confidently, reducing stress and improving outcomes for the people you care for.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our community is open to registered nurses and allied professionals who work, or are interested in working, in NHS Continuing Healthcare and related fields, including:
- CHC agency nurses and bank nurses
- CHC nurse assessors and case managers
- Community and district nurses working with CHC-funded patients
- Learning disability, mental health and complex care nurses
- Senior nurses and leaders involved in CHC commissioning or service delivery
We particularly welcome new agency nurses entering CHC who want support, guidance and mentoring from more experienced colleagues within a friendly, non-judgemental environment.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community That Truly Understands CHC Nursing
Only another nurse truly understands the emotional and professional pressure of nursing, and this is especially true in CHC, where decisions can have life-changing implications for patients and families.
Our network offers a space where you can speak openly with colleagues who face the same realities every day.
Safe, Confidential and Supportive Peer Network
Our groups are invite-only and professionally moderated to create a safe environment for discussion.
You can raise concerns, share dilemmas and seek advice without fear of judgement, knowing that others in the group are bound by professional codes and shared experience.
Better Work-Life Balance for Agency Nurses
Being an agency nurse can be isolating, especially when you move frequently between teams and organisations.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you a consistent professional community, helping to reduce isolation, stress and burnout by connecting you with colleagues around the UK.
Ongoing Learning, CPD and Career Growth
By engaging in discussions, events and shared resources, you can strengthen your CHC knowledge, gather evidence for revalidation and identify new clinical or leadership opportunities.
Members frequently share details of new contracts, roles and career pathways within CHC and community care.
Long-Term Professional Relationships & Friendships
Many of our members move beyond networking to become trusted colleagues and close friends, staying connected even as they change roles and agencies.
These lasting relationships provide ongoing encouragement, mentoring and collaboration throughout your nursing career.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new CHC agency nurses and CHC-focused healthcare professionals into our network throughout the year.
Membership gives you access to our private social media groups, events and shared resources.
To enquire about joining, please visit our website contact page or reach out to us via our social media channels; a member of our team will provide next steps and details of our current groups and events.
If you are looking for a professional, supportive and knowledgeable CHC nursing community, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you all year round.
FAQs About the CHC Nurses Agency Network
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1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare. -
2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Registered nurses and CHC-focused professionals, including agency nurses, assessors, case managers and community nurses, are welcome to join. -
3. Is membership open to newly qualified or CHC-new nurses?
Yes, we support nurses at all levels of experience, including those new to agency work or the CHC pathway. -
4. How does the network support CHC agency nurses?
We provide confidential peer support, CHC-specific training opportunities, events, networking and shared resources focused on Continuing Healthcare. -
5. Are the social media groups private and confidential?
Yes, our groups are invite-only, professionally focused and moderated to ensure safe, confidential discussion. -
6. Do you organise CHC training and educational events?
We run and promote regular CHC-focused webinars, study sessions and networking events to support ongoing learning and CPD. -
7. Does the network help with CHC assessments and funding queries?
Members share experience-based guidance on CHC assessments, DSTs, eligibility and funding processes within a peer-support framework. -
8. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Details about any membership fees or free access options are provided when you enquire about joining. -
9. How can I use the network for my NMC revalidation and CPD?
You can use learning from discussions, events and shared resources as part of your reflective practice and CPD evidence for revalidation. -
10. How do I get in touch to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
You can contact us via our website or social media, and we will guide you through the simple joining process.
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