CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Support, Training & Community for Agency Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support hub for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK. We connect nurses working in CHC with expert training, practical resources, peer-to-peer support, and consultancy-style guidance to help you deliver safe, compliant, person-centred care while progressing your agency nursing career.
Our network brings together over 500 CHC-experienced agency nursing professionals who share knowledge, discuss real-world cases, and offer mutual support through confidential, invite-only online groups and regular events.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a professional group – it is a trusted, relaxed space where agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care can connect with others who fully understand the pressures and responsibilities of CHC practice.
We recognise that only another nurse truly understands nursing. That is why our network is built around community, collaboration, and continuous learning. Nurses within our network frequently stay in touch, build long-term friendships, and support each other through the day-to-day realities of CHC work.
New members are warmly welcomed into our private social media groups, online forums and in-person events, where professional issues and CHC challenges are discussed openly, constructively and confidentially, 24/7/365.
CHC-Focused Training & Professional Development for Agency Nurses
Enhancing Skills in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
We support agency nurses to become more confident, knowledgeable and compliant in all aspects of NHS Continuing Healthcare. Our CHC-focused guidance and learning resources are designed to help you:
- Understand CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Navigate Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and assessments
- Contribute effectively to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings
- Document care accurately for CHC reviews and reassessments
- Deliver safe, person-centred care to people with complex needs
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced agency nurse looking to deepen your expertise, our materials and peer-led discussions help you stay up to date with current guidance, best practice and legal requirements.
Peer-Led Learning, Webinars & Case-Based Discussions
Our network regularly shares webinars, workshops and case-based learning sessions tailored to the realities of CHC agency nursing. Topics can include:
- Best practice in CHC documentation and record-keeping
- Managing complex care at home and in community settings
- Working effectively with CHC teams, commissioners and providers
- Safeguarding, capacity and consent in CHC cases
- Professional boundaries and resilience for agency nurses
All sessions are designed to be practical, accessible and directly relevant to agency nurses who work on CHC-funded packages or within CHC multidisciplinary teams.
Community, Networking & Wellbeing Support
A Safe Space to Talk About the Realities of CHC Agency Nursing
We know that CHC work can be intense, emotionally demanding and sometimes isolating – especially for agency nurses who move between services. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a safe, supportive environment where you can:
- Share challenges and successes with other CHC nurses
- Ask questions and get honest, experience-based answers
- Discuss professional issues confidentially, 24-7-365
- Access informal mentoring and peer support
- Look after your own wellbeing through connection and understanding
Many nurses in our community form long-term professional and personal friendships, continuing to support one another for years as their careers develop.
Private Social Media Groups & Online Communities
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses stays connected through invite-only, confidential social media groups. Within these spaces, members:
- Discuss CHC caseloads in a general, anonymised way
- Share updates on policy changes and CHC frameworks
- Exchange tips on working with different agencies and providers
- Highlight opportunities, courses and useful CHC resources
- Offer each other day-to-day emotional and professional support
We welcome new CHC agency nurses into the network and help you quickly feel part of a supportive, professional community.
Events, Meet-Ups & CHC Networking Opportunities
Regular CHC Events for Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs a variety of online and in-person events to bring our community together. These may include:
- Virtual meet-ups and Q&A sessions
- Informal networking events and social gatherings
- Topic-focused CHC discussion groups
- Guest speakers on CHC, complex care and professional issues
Our events are designed to be relaxed and inclusive, giving you the chance to learn, share and connect with others working in similar CHC roles.
Building Your Professional Network in CHC
By becoming part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can expand your professional contacts across the CHC sector. Our members include nurses working with multiple agencies, NHS CHC teams, independent providers and complex community services.
This creates opportunities to:
- Hear about CHC roles and shifts that suit your skills
- Gain insights into how different areas and ICBs operate
- Connect with nurses who have specialist expertise
- Develop your profile as an experienced CHC agency nurse
Informal CHC Consultancy-Style Support & Case Insight
Support for Complex CHC Cases (Peer-to-Peer)
While we are a peer network rather than a formal consultancy firm, many of our members are highly experienced in complex CHC case management, assessments and community care. Through discussion (always maintaining confidentiality and anonymity), members can:
- Share perspectives on challenging CHC care situations
- Explore approaches to person-centred support planning
- Discuss risk management, safeguarding and advocacy
- Reflect on professional dilemmas in a safe environment
This style of peer-led insight helps agency nurses feel more confident, informed and supported when navigating difficult CHC scenarios in practice.
Improving Quality, Compliance & Professional Standards in CHC
Our shared goal as a network is to help raise and maintain high standards of CHC nursing care across the UK. By learning together, benchmarking our practice and discussing current guidance, we support agency nurses to:
- Deliver care that is safe, effective and person-centred
- Understand the expectations of CHC commissioners and providers
- Work in line with NMC standards and national CHC frameworks
- Feel prepared for audits, reviews and quality monitoring
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to a specialist community focused entirely on Continuing Healthcare agency practice. Key benefits include:
- Belonging to a supportive network of 500+ CHC agency nurses
- Access to private, confidential online groups available 24-7-365
- Informal learning, shared resources and CHC-focused updates
- Regular meet-ups, events and networking opportunities
- Peer-led support with complex CHC cases and professional issues
- Opportunities to develop your CHC skills and career as an agency nurse
Whether you are just starting out in CHC or have many years of experience, our community can help you feel less isolated, more informed and more connected to others who truly understand your work.
How to Get Involved with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse working in (or moving into) Continuing Healthcare or complex community care, we would be delighted to welcome you into our network. Simply reach out through our website or social channels to:
- Request access to our invite-only social media groups
- Find out about upcoming events and meet-ups
- Learn how our community can support your CHC practice
Join us today and become part of a growing UK-wide community of CHC agency nurses who share knowledge, support each other and are committed to delivering excellent care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a UK-wide community and support network for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working as an agency nurse in CHC or planning to move into CHC roles is welcome to join.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership arrangements may vary over time, so please check our website or contact us directly for the latest details.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you express interest in joining, we will guide you through a simple process to be added to our invite-only, confidential groups.
- What kind of support can I expect as a member? You can expect peer-to-peer support, CHC-focused discussions, shared resources, event invitations and a safe space to talk about professional issues.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? We focus on peer-led learning, webinars and shared resources tailored to agency nurses, rather than accredited classroom-style courses.
- Are the discussions confidential? Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and we encourage members to maintain confidentiality and anonymise any case details.
- Do you help nurses find CHC agency work? We are not a recruitment agency, but networking within the group can naturally lead to hearing about CHC opportunities.
- Can I attend events if I am new to CHC? Yes, our events and discussions are open to both new and experienced CHC agency nurses who want to learn and connect.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or social media channels to express your interest, and we will explain the next steps to become a member.