CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for UK CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting & Empowering 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. Our mission is to support nurses working in CHC with peer networking, specialist training, shared resources and professional guidance, helping you deliver safe, person-centred care while developing your career.
We bring together CHC agency nurses in a relaxed, supportive environment—online and in person—so you can share real-world experiences, discuss complex cases, stay updated on CHC frameworks and build lasting professional connections. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our network is designed to make your professional life easier and more rewarding.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community That Understands CHC Agency Work
Only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional demands of nursing—especially in the complex area of NHS Continuing Healthcare. Our network is built by nurses, for nurses, creating a safe space where you can talk openly about professional issues, workload pressures and ethical dilemmas without judgment.
Professional Networking & Career Development
We help you build a strong professional network with CHC nurses from agency, community, and commissioning backgrounds. Many of our members have formed long-term friendships and valuable professional contacts that lead to new opportunities, mentoring relationships and improved practice.
Support 24/7/365 Through Private Groups
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays in touch via confidential, invite-only social media groups. Members openly share clinical queries, CHC process questions, documentation tips and professional concerns around the clock, so you never feel isolated in your role.
Regular Events, Meet-Ups & Learning Opportunities
We run regular events, workshops, webinars and informal meet-ups to bring our community together. These sessions focus on CHC best practice, assessment skills, legal frameworks, documentation standards and real-life case discussions, all tailored to the needs of agency nurses.
What the CHC Nurses Agency Network Offers
Peer Support & Professional Discussion Groups
Our invite-only social media groups provide a space to ask questions, seek second opinions and share learning about CHC assessments, MDTs, community placements, risk management and more. Members benefit from real-time responses from experienced CHC nurses facing similar challenges across the UK.
Specialist CHC Training & Skills Development
We facilitate and signpost specialist training for CHC agency nurses, including:
- CHC eligibility criteria and Decision Support Tool (DST) application
- Checklist completion and evidence gathering
- Care planning and risk assessments in community settings
- Documentation standards for CHC funding panels and audits
- Best-interest decisions and capacity assessments in practice
Our aim is to boost your confidence and competence in CHC so you can deliver excellent care and protect your professional registration.
Guidance on CHC & Community DoLS Processes
The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses to better understand CHC pathways and community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) applications. Through shared resources and peer advice, members gain clarity on:
- Criteria and process for CHC referrals and reviews
- Working with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and local authorities
- When and how to escalate concerns or request reassessments
- Recognising when DoLS or LPS (Liberty Protection Safeguards, when implemented) may be required
Support With Complex Transitions & Case Discussions
Agency nurses are often at the heart of complex transitions of care—for example, from hospital to home, care homes, or specialist placements. Our network provides a forum to:
- Discuss complex discharges and CHC-funded packages
- Share strategies to maintain continuity, safety and dignity during transitions
- Explore person-centred approaches for people with learning disabilities, dementia or multiple long-term conditions
Learning Disabilities & Person-Centred Care Support
Many CHC agency nurses support individuals with learning disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural needs. Within our network, nurses share:
- Person-centred care planning ideas
- Positive behaviour support strategies
- Risk management and safeguarding approaches
- Communication and engagement tips with families and MDTs
This collaborative approach helps improve independence, safety and quality of life for the people you support.
CHC-Focused Events, Webinars & Networking
We host and promote CHC-focused events that give you the chance to:
- Hear from experienced CHC practitioners and leaders
- Discuss current challenges in CHC commissioning and delivery
- Stay updated on policy changes, frameworks and national guidance
- Meet other CHC agency nurses for peer learning and networking
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is ideal for:
- Agency nurses working in CHC-funded packages in the community or care homes
- Registered Nurses (RNs, RMNs, RNLDs) interested in, or already working within, NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Nurses seeking support, networking and CPD opportunities specific to CHC practice
- CHC nurses who want to enhance their knowledge of assessments, funding and legal frameworks
We welcome new and experienced CHC agency nurses who want to join a positive community that values professionalism, shared learning and mutual support.
Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Access to a private, supportive community of CHC agency nurses
- Regular opportunities for CPD, skills development and peer learning
- Up-to-date insights on CHC policy, frameworks and documentation
- Improved confidence in CHC assessments, care planning and complex cases
- Stronger professional connections and long-term friendships
- 24/7 access to confidential online discussion groups
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse looking for connection, expert support and professional growth, we invite you to join our network. New members are welcomed into our private social media groups and in-person / online events, where you can start building relationships straight away.
Become part of a community that understands your role, values your expertise and is committed to raising standards of CHC nursing across the UK.
Contact us today to find out how to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network, access our groups, and stay informed about upcoming events and training opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community supporting agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in, or interested in, CHC agency work in the UK is welcome to apply to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our primary focus is CHC agency nurses, but we also connect with nurses in related CHC roles where appropriate.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Once you contact us and your eligibility is confirmed, we will send you an invite link to our confidential groups.
- Does the network provide formal CHC training? We facilitate and signpost specialist CHC training and share learning resources tailored to agency nurses.
- Are there any membership fees? Membership arrangements may vary over time, so please contact us directly for current details.
- What kind of events does the network run? We organise webinars, workshops, networking sessions and informal meet-ups focused on CHC practice, policy and professional wellbeing.
- Can I ask clinical and CHC process questions in the group? Yes, members regularly discuss clinical queries, CHC assessments, documentation and professional issues in a confidential environment.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network UK-wide? Yes, our members work across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland in various CHC settings.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us through our website or listed contact channels to request membership, event details or further information.