“`html
CHC Nurses Agency Network | UK Continuing Healthcare Nurses Community & Support
A Trusted UK Community for CHC Agency Nurses and Continuing Healthcare Professionals
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated, UK-wide community created by and for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses and agency nurses who work within CHC, community, and complex care settings.
We provide a safe, supportive space to connect, relax, share experiences, and grow your professional CHC knowledge and career.
Our network helps you build valuable professional contacts, access expert peer support, and stay up to date with the latest developments in NHS Continuing Healthcare, community DOLs, and complex care practice across the UK.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the emotional, mental, and physical demands of frontline care.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to bring CHC and agency nurses together so you never feel like you are facing these pressures alone.
We are a peer-led professional network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who openly and confidentially share clinical issues, professional challenges, and real-world solutions through private, invite-only social media groups and regular events.
Many of our members form strong friendships that last for years.
Join a Private, Supportive Community for CHC Nurses
A Safe Space to Talk, Share, and Connect
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to be a relaxed, safe environment where nurses can:
- Talk honestly about the realities of CHC and agency nursing
- Share challenges and seek advice from peers who “get it”
- Access practical tips on managing workload, stress, and complex cases
- Discuss CHC processes, assessments, and documentation with experienced colleagues
Our private groups operate 24/7/365, so there is always someone available to listen, respond, or offer a different perspective when you need it most.
Private Social Media Groups for CHC Agency Nurses
We host several confidential, invite-only social media groups exclusively for CHC and agency nurses across the UK.
These groups are the heart of our network.
Within these spaces you can:
- Ask questions about CHC eligibility, DSTs, FNC, and appeals
- Share experiences of working with ICBs, CCGs, local authorities, and providers
- Discuss agency work, rates, contracts, and working conditions
- Swap ideas on documentation, risk assessments, and best practice in community care
- Offer and receive emotional and professional support whenever you need it
Our moderation approach keeps discussions professional, respectful, and focused on supporting and empowering nurses.
Events, Workshops, and Peer-Led CHC Learning
Regular Networking Events for CHC Nurses
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our CHC nursing community together.
These sessions are relaxed, informal, and focused on connection as much as education.
Our events help you:
- Meet other CHC and agency nurses working across the UK
- Build a strong peer network you can call on for advice and support
- Share real-life experiences of CHC assessments, MDTs, and reviews
- Stay informed about changes in CHC guidance, policy, and community nursing practice
Informal CHC Training, Case Discussions, and Skills Sharing
While we are a network rather than a formal training provider, our community is rich with CHC expertise and experience.
Members frequently share knowledge through:
- Peer-led discussions on Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and CHC eligibility criteria
- Case-based discussions around complex presentations, risk, and care planning
- Tips on writing robust clinical rationales and evidence for CHC panels
- Signposting to useful CHC resources, policies, and further training opportunities
This combination of peer teaching, informal supervision, and lived CHC experience helps you grow in confidence and competence in your Continuing Healthcare practice.
Supporting Your Career as a CHC and Agency Nurse
Professional Development and CHC Career Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is committed to supporting your long-term professional development and helping you get more from your nursing career.
Through our network you can:
- Gain insight into different CHC and agency roles across the UK
- Hear from nurses working in ICBs, community teams, complex care, and independent practice
- Explore ways to diversify your skills and experience in CHC
- Learn how others balance agency work, life, and career progression
Many nurses in our community report feeling less isolated, more confident, and better equipped to manage the pressures of CHC and agency work after joining the network.
A Community That Understands CHC, Agency Work, and Real-Life Nursing Pressure
Our members understand the specific challenges that come with CHC caseloads, tight timescales, documentation demands, and working across multiple settings as an agency nurse.
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network you will find:
- Colleagues who understand the emotional impact of difficult CHC decisions
- Support with boundary setting, self-care, and managing burnout risk
- Real-talk about agencies, shifts, pay, and practical realities
- Experienced nurses willing to mentor and guide less experienced colleagues
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network has been built organically by nurses actively working in Continuing Healthcare, community, and complex care roles.
We understand the system from the inside.
This lived experience means our conversations, events, and community support are practical, relevant, and grounded in reality, not just theory.
A Strong, Growing UK Network
Our core network includes around 500 CHC nurses and agency nurses from across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, and we continue to grow.
Members are based in:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare teams and ICBs
- Community and district nursing services
- Private and independent care providers
- Agency and bank nursing roles across multiple sectors
This diversity of experience means you can gain a broad view of CHC practice and opportunities nationwide.
Confidential, Respectful, and Professionally Focused
We take confidentiality and professionalism seriously.
Our groups are invite-only, with clear expectations around respect, privacy, and maintaining patient and organisational confidentiality.
This allows open, honest discussion of professional issues, while ensuring that conversations stay safe, ethical, and supportive for all members.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome registered nurses who are currently working in, or have a strong interest in, Continuing Healthcare, complex community care, or agency nursing roles across the UK.
To join the CHC Nurses Agency Network:
- Get in touch with us through our website contact form or email
- Tell us a little about your current role and interest in CHC
- Receive an invitation to our private social media groups and community events
- Start connecting, sharing, and learning with other CHC nurses straight away
Once you are part of the network, you will have ongoing access to:
- Private online discussion groups
- Event and meetup invitations
- Peer support around CHC processes and agency working
- A growing community that is there for you all year round
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC nurse or agency nurse looking for community, support, and professional connection, we would love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to:
- Find out more about how the CHC Nurses Agency Network works
- Request an invitation to our private nursing groups
- Hear about upcoming events and networking opportunities
- Start building lasting professional and personal connections with other CHC nurses
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network and become part of a supportive UK community that truly understands the realities of CHC and agency nursing.
FAQs about the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide, peer-led community for Continuing Healthcare and agency nurses to connect, share knowledge, and support each other.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in, or interested in, CHC, complex community care, or agency nursing roles across the UK are welcome to apply to join.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership terms may vary over time, so please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on any fees or free access options.
- How do I join your private social media groups? Simply contact us through our website or email, and once verified, we will send you an invitation to the relevant private groups.
- Are discussions in the network confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only and professionally moderated, with clear expectations about maintaining privacy and patient confidentiality.
- Do you provide formal CHC training or courses? We focus on peer support and informal learning, and members often share CHC knowledge, case discussions, and signposting to external training providers.
- What types of events do you run? We host online and occasional in-person events including networking sessions, peer discussions, Q&A sessions, and informal CHC-focused learning meetups.
- Can student nurses or newly qualified nurses join? Newly qualified nurses with a genuine interest in CHC or agency work are welcome; student nurses may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Is the network only for nurses in England? No, we welcome CHC and agency nurses from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Contact us via our website or preferred contact channel, share a brief overview of your role, and we will guide you through the simple joining process.
“`