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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
UK Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurse Community & Consultancy
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and specialist consultancy dedicated to supporting Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses, care managers and health professionals. We combine expert CHC training, peer support, and consultancy to help you deliver safe, compliant and person-centred care while building a sustainable and enjoyable nursing career.
Our network is a place to relax, connect and grow professionally. With around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals in confidential invite-only social media groups, you have access to colleagues who truly understand the pressures, responsibilities and rewards of CHC nursing across the NHS and independent sector.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Only another nurse understands the realities of long shifts, complex CHC caseloads and regulatory expectations. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers:
- A supportive peer community of CHC agency nurses who share knowledge, experience and advice 24/7/365.
- Regular online and in-person events to build your CHC expertise and expand your professional network.
- Access to CHC-focused training on eligibility, MDTs, Decision Support Tools (DST), reviews and appeals.
- Guidance on CHC compliance, documentation and CQC expectations for agency and provider organisations.
- Opportunities for collaboration on complex case management, LD care planning and community support.
Many nurses in our network become long-term friends and professional allies, staying in touch and supporting each other throughout their careers.
Specialist CHC Training & Professional Development
Comprehensive Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Agency Nurses
We provide tailored CHC training programmes created by experienced CHC nurses and case managers. Our training is designed specifically for agency nurses, CHC assessors, case managers and nursing leaders working within NHS Continuing Healthcare and funded care pathways.
Whether you are new to CHC or looking to update your knowledge on national frameworks and local policies, our courses are structured to be practical and easy to apply in real-world settings.
Key Areas Covered in Our CHC Training
- Introduction to NHS Continuing Healthcare – purpose, legal basis and national framework.
- CHC eligibility criteria – primary health need, nature, intensity, complexity and unpredictability.
- Checklist and DST (Decision Support Tool) – how to complete, evidence and present robust rationales.
- Multidisciplinary team (MDT) working – effective collaboration and documentation.
- Reviews, appeals and dispute resolution – supporting fair and timely decision-making.
- CHC care planning and commissioning – aligning needs, outcomes and funded packages of care.
- Legal and regulatory frameworks – Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights, CQC and safeguarding.
- Record keeping and audit readiness – documentation that stands up to scrutiny.
All training is built around current UK policy and best practice, ensuring you stay aligned with national CHC guidance and local commissioning requirements.
Benefits of CHC Training with CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Increase your confidence in conducting and contributing to CHC assessments and reviews.
- Improve accuracy and quality of documentation, reducing risks of delays, appeals and complaints.
- Enhance patient outcomes through person-centred, needs-led care planning.
- Strengthen your employability and value as a CHC agency nurse or case manager.
- Support regulatory compliance across CHC processes for both agency staff and providers.
Support for Safe Care Transitions & Discharge Planning
Expert CHC Support During Hospital Discharge and Care Transitions
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes and community services are high-risk points in the patient journey. Our network brings together CHC nurses and case managers with extensive experience in discharge to assess (D2A), fast-track CHC and complex community care transitions.
We offer guidance, collaboration and consultancy to help agency nurses and provider organisations manage CHC-related transitions safely and efficiently.
Customised Transition Planning & CHC Pathway Support
- Person-centred discharge planning aligned with CHC eligibility, funding and care needs.
- Risk assessment and mitigation to support safe movement between care settings.
- Involvement of families and carers in decision-making and care planning.
- Coordination with commissioners, providers and MDTs to ensure continuity of care.
- Support with documentation for CHC funding decisions and package arrangements.
Improving Outcomes, Reducing Readmissions & Enhancing Experience
Effective CHC-informed transitions help to reduce avoidable readmissions, improve safety and promote positive experiences for patients and their families. Our community encourages shared learning about what works in practice, so you can apply proven approaches in your own role.
Pre-CQC & CHC Compliance Support for Providers and Agencies
Pre-CQC and CHC Readiness Reviews
As CHC-experienced nurses, we understand what the CQC and NHS commissioners expect to see in services delivering CHC-funded care. We support providers and agencies with pre-CQC assessments and CHC compliance reviews to help you identify gaps before inspections or contract monitoring visits.
Our Approach to Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Review of CHC-related policies and procedures, including care planning, risk management and consent.
- Audit of documentation – care plans, risk assessments, MAR charts and daily records.
- Observation and feedback on practice linked to CHC frameworks and CQC Key Lines of Enquiry.
- Action plans with clear, practical recommendations for improvement.
- Coaching and mentoring for nurses and leaders on CHC practice and governance.
Benefits of Working with CHC Nurses Agency Network on Compliance
Our guidance helps you to minimise regulatory risk, improve inspection outcomes and embed a culture of continuous improvement around CHC and complex care delivery.
Specialist Support for Learning Disabilities (LD) & Autism in CHC
Person-Centred Care Planning for LD, Autism & Complex Needs
Many individuals eligible for CHC have learning disabilities, autism or complex behavioural needs. Within our network are nurses and practitioners with specialist expertise in LD and complex community support, helping to shape individualised, rights-based care plans.
Promoting Independence, Dignity & Choice
We emphasise person-centred care that respects each person’s preferences, communication style, culture and goals. Our approach is aligned with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Human Rights and the Transforming Care agenda, ensuring CHC packages are safe, proportionate and empowering.
Keeping Practice Up to Date in LD & CHC
Through training, peer discussion and shared resources, we help CHC nurses and providers apply the latest evidence-based practices in LD care, autism support and complex behavioural management within CHC-funded packages.
Case Management & Community-Based CHC Support
Expert CHC Case Management
The CHC Nurses Agency Network includes experienced CHC case managers and community nurses who can support organisations with complex case management, coordination and escalation. We take a holistic view, considering clinical needs, mental health, social circumstances and family dynamics.
Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Alignment
We help teams navigate the legal and regulatory requirements around CHC, including the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty, safeguarding, equality law and NHS Continuing Healthcare national frameworks, ensuring care remains lawful, ethical and defensible.
Tailored Care Planning & Resource Allocation
Our support includes creating and reviewing individualised care plans that reflect assessed needs, personal outcomes and funding eligibility, helping commissioners and providers to allocate resources effectively while maintaining quality and safety.
A Community That Works With You, Not Just For You
What makes CHC Nurses Agency Network unique is our combination of community and consultancy. You gain not only expert advice and training, but also an ongoing peer network to share ideas, challenges and solutions every day of the year.
We welcome new members into our private social media groups and events, where CHC agency nurses can share professional issues 24-7-365, ask questions freely and build genuine connections.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Whether you are an agency nurse working in CHC, a provider delivering CHC-funded services, or a commissioner seeking expert support, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help you raise standards, stay compliant and feel supported in your role.
- Agency nurses – grow your CHC knowledge, increase your value and connect with peers.
- Care providers – strengthen CHC practice, documentation and inspection readiness.
- Commissioners and case managers – collaborate with experienced CHC nurses on complex cases.
Partner with CHC Nurses Agency Network today to build a confident, connected and compliant CHC workforce that puts patients and families at the centre of care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for agency nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any nurse, case manager or healthcare professional involved in CHC, complex care or funded nursing packages can apply to join our network and social media groups.
- Do you offer CHC assessment and eligibility training? Yes, we provide specialist CHC training covering eligibility criteria, checklists, DSTs, MDTs, reviews and appeals.
- Is your training suitable for agency nurses new to CHC? Our programmes are designed for all levels, including agency nurses who are new to CHC and those wanting a refresher or update.
- How does the network support nurses day to day? We run confidential invite-only social media groups where members share questions, experiences, resources and support 24/7.
- Do you help providers prepare for CQC inspections? Yes, we offer pre-CQC and CHC readiness reviews, policy and documentation audits, and practical action plans for improvement.
- Can you support CHC case management in the community? We can advise on complex CHC case management, care coordination, risk management and person-centred care planning.
- Do you have expertise in learning disabilities and autism within CHC? Our network includes LD and autism specialists who support person-centred CHC care planning and Positive Behaviour Support.
- How do I find out about your CHC events and workshops? You can contact us through our website or social media to request details of upcoming CHC training sessions, webinars and networking events.
- How do I get started with CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply reach out via our website contact form or listed contact details, and we will guide you through joining the network and accessing our services.
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