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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
The UK’s dedicated network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist professional community created by and for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK. Our mission is to bring CHC nurses together to share knowledge, build supportive relationships, and develop specialist skills in CHC practice.
We understand that agency nursing in CHC can feel isolating and highly pressured. Through our peer network, expert-led training, confidential groups and regular events, we make life easier for CHC nurses, helping you stay informed, connected and professionally confident.
What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, professionally focused community of over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals. We offer a safe, relaxed space where nurses can connect, support each other and access up-to-date CHC knowledge and resources.
Only another nurse truly understands the realities of CHC work – the complex assessments, funding decisions, rapid transitions and emotional pressure that come with every shift. Our network provides 24/7 peer support, practical advice and a strong sense of belonging for CHC nurses working in a demanding environment.
Key benefits for CHC agency nurses
A supportive community of CHC agency nurses
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our tight-knit community of experienced CHC professionals. Members openly share real-world challenges, questions and solutions in a respectful, confidential space.
Many nurses in our network build long-term friendships that last for years. Whether you need professional advice, career guidance or simply someone who understands the pressures of CHC work, our community is there for you.
Private social media groups and 24/7 peer support
We host several invite-only, confidential social media groups exclusively for CHC agency nurses. These groups allow you to connect with peers, ask questions and share experiences any time of day, 365 days a year.
From clinical queries and CHC eligibility questions to agency working issues and work–life balance, our members support one another through every aspect of CHC nursing practice.
Regular networking events, workshops and meet-ups
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events designed to bring our community together. These include informal meet-ups, structured networking sessions, webinars and CPD-focused workshops.
Our events help CHC nurses expand their professional network, stay up to date with CHC changes and share best practice in a relaxed, friendly environment where everyone understands the pressures of agency work.
Specialist CHC knowledge sharing and guidance
Continuing Healthcare is a complex and constantly evolving field. Within our network, members regularly share practical tips, policy updates and real-life case experiences to help each other navigate CHC with confidence.
We focus on key areas such as CHC eligibility assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), care planning, funding processes and effective multi-disciplinary working, so you can deliver safe, person-centred care while protecting your professional practice.
Support with CQC expectations and quality standards
While we are not a regulatory body, many of our members work in CQC-regulated settings and openly discuss CQC expectations, documentation standards and inspection experiences.
Through peer-to-peer learning, CHC nurses gain a clearer understanding of best practice, governance, record-keeping and risk management, helping you feel more prepared and confident when working in inspected services.
Guidance on transitions, discharge planning and complex care
CHC agency nurses often play a key role in care transitions, such as hospital discharge to home or care home, step-down services, and changes in funding or placement. Our community shares approaches for managing these transitions safely and compassionately.
Members discuss discharge planning, communication with families, multi-agency coordination and safeguarding considerations to ensure continuity of care and positive outcomes for people with complex health needs.
Support for nurses working with learning disabilities and complex needs
Many CHC nurses support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions and complex physical health needs. Within the network, members share person-centred strategies, risk assessment approaches and care planning ideas tailored to these client groups.
This collaborative learning helps CHC agency nurses deliver safe, respectful, rights-based care that promotes independence, dignity and quality of life for every individual.
Career development, agency working tips and professional wellbeing
Alongside clinical topics, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to discuss the realities of agency nursing – from pay rates and contracts to availability of shifts, negotiation, and maintaining healthy boundaries.
Members share career development ideas, revalidation tips, appraisal preparation guidance and wellbeing strategies so you can build a sustainable, rewarding CHC nursing career.
Why join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Our network is built by CHC nurses who understand the demands, risks and rewards of agency work in Continuing Healthcare. By joining, you gain access to a supportive professional community that can make a real difference to your daily working life.
We aim to help CHC nurses feel less isolated, more informed and better connected. Whether you are new to CHC, returning to practice or highly experienced, there is always someone in the network who can share insight, guidance or simply listen.
Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
We welcome registered nurses and nursing associates who work, or are interested in working, in Continuing Healthcare agency roles across the UK. This includes nurses in community, home care, care home, hospital discharge and complex care settings.
If you are committed to high-quality, person-centred CHC practice and want to connect with like-minded professionals, you will fit well within our network.
How to join our private groups and events
New members are invited to join our private social media groups once we have confirmed your professional background. This ensures our spaces remain safe, confidential and focused on CHC nursing practice.
Once inside the network, you will have access to event invitations, discussion threads, shared resources and ongoing opportunities to connect with peers across the UK.
CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting you every step of the way
The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to support, connect and empower CHC agency nurses. Through our events, private groups and collective expertise, we help you feel more confident in your role and more connected to other nurses who truly understand your work.
If you are ready to expand your professional network, deepen your CHC knowledge and find a supportive community, we invite you to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses to connect, share knowledge and support each other.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and nursing associates working in, or interested in, CHC agency roles across the UK are welcome to join.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership options may vary over time, so please check our latest information or contact us directly for current details.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Once you express interest and we verify your professional background, we will send you invitations to our confidential, invite-only groups.
- What type of events does the network run? We run online and in-person events such as networking meet-ups, webinars, informal discussions and CPD-focused sessions tailored to CHC practice.
- Can I ask clinical or CHC eligibility questions in the groups? Yes, members regularly discuss CHC assessments, eligibility, care planning and complex case scenarios in a supportive, peer-led environment.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our focus is on UK Continuing Healthcare practice, so our community and discussions are primarily aimed at nurses working within the UK system.
- Is the network confidential and safe to use? Yes, we use invite-only groups and expect all members to maintain professional confidentiality, respect and privacy at all times.
- Does the network provide formal training or just peer support? Our primary focus is peer support and knowledge sharing, and we occasionally provide educational sessions and events relevant to CHC nursing.
- How can I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? To get started, contact us via our website or designated channels and we will guide you through the simple joining process.
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