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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The UK’s Dedicated Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK-based community created by CHC nurses, for CHC nurses. We bring together agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex care, and community-based services to share knowledge, support each other, and develop professionally.
Whether you are new to CHC nursing or an experienced professional, our network helps you build stronger professional connections, access expert guidance, and stay up to date with the latest CHC frameworks, CQC expectations, and best practice in person-centred care.
A Supportive Professional Community for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Connect, Share, and Decompress
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to relax, talk openly, and be understood by people who truly know what it is like to work as a CHC agency nurse. Only another nurse really understands the emotional load, the complexity of CHC cases, and the daily pressure of delivering safe, person-centred care in fast-changing environments.
Our private groups and events offer a supportive environment where you can discuss CHC assessments, case management challenges, documentation, funding disputes, and day-to-day professional issues in confidence.
Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Peer Support
We maintain a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who keep in regular contact through our confidential, invite-only social media groups. Members actively share experiences, seek advice, and support one another 24/7, 365 days a year.
Many of our nurses form long-term friendships and professional connections that last for years, helping them feel less isolated and more confident in their CHC roles.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training and Knowledge Sharing
CHC Eligibility, Assessment, and Funding Training
Through our network, nurses gain access to specialist learning on the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare, including eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), and checklist processes. We focus on the practical realities of CHC work—what you need to know at the bedside, during assessments, and in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
Members share real-world insights on funding applications, appeals, documentation standards, and best practice to improve both patient outcomes and professional confidence.
CQC, Compliance, and Best Practice in Community Care
CHC agency nurses often work in environments where CQC standards and regulatory compliance are critical. Within the network we explore how to evidence safe, effective, responsive, well-led, and caring services in line with the CQC’s key lines of enquiry.
Through shared resources, peer case discussions, and events, members learn how to align their practice with CQC expectations, safeguarding principles, and person-centred care standards.
Person-Centred Care for Complex Needs and Learning Disabilities
Many CHC packages involve people living with learning disabilities, complex physical health needs, and long-term conditions. Our network promotes evidence-based approaches to person-centred care, risk management, and communication across health and social care systems.
Nurses share tips on developing and implementing care plans that focus on independence, dignity, quality of life, and safety for every individual they support.
Consultancy-Style Peer Support for CHC Practice
Support with CHC Cases, Transitions, and Discharge Planning
Through collaborative discussion, CHC Nurses Agency Network members help each other navigate some of the most challenging aspects of CHC nursing, including care transitions, hospital discharge planning, and community placement.
Members share practical strategies to make transitions between care settings safer, smoother, and more person-centred, while keeping professional boundaries and responsibilities clear.
Best Practice in CHC Documentation and Community DOL
Accurate documentation and legal awareness are vital in CHC practice. Our network regularly discusses CHC documentation standards, risk assessments, care records, and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes.
By learning from peers who have faced similar challenges, members can feel more confident in preparing robust records that support funding decisions, safeguarding, and patient rights.
Case Management, MDT Working, and Advocacy
Agency nurses in CHC often find themselves at the centre of multidisciplinary care coordination. Within our network, nurses share approaches to effective MDT working, advocacy for patients and families, and managing complex case dynamics.
This peer-based consultancy-style support helps nurses improve communication, collaboration, and outcomes across the wider CHC system.
Learning, Events, and Professional Networking
Regular Online and In-Person CHC Events
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events, webinars, and informal meet-ups to bring our community together. These sessions may focus on changes to the CHC framework, CQC updates, case law, real-world case reviews, or wellbeing and resilience for CHC nurses.
Events are designed to be practical, interactive, and nurse-led, giving members space to ask questions, share experiences, and build confidence.
Professional Development and Career Growth in CHC Nursing
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps nurses plan and develop their careers in CHC, complex care, and community nursing. Members share advice on roles, agencies, interview preparation, CPD, and progression opportunities.
By staying informed and connected, CHC nurses can make more strategic decisions about their careers while maintaining high standards of patient care and compliance.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Created by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is led and shaped by working CHC agency nurses who understand the realities of the role. This ensures discussions, resources, and support are always relevant, practical, and grounded in current CHC practice.
Confidential, Supportive, and Professionally Focused
We provide confidential, invite-only social media groups where you can share professional issues openly and respectfully. The culture of the network is supportive, non-judgemental, and aimed at enhancing both patient care and professional wellbeing.
Networking, Friendship, and Long-Term Connections
Many nurses in the CHC Nurses Agency Network become genuine friends and remain connected for years. These relationships often lead to shared opportunities, mentorship, and a strong sense of belonging in what can otherwise be an isolating area of practice.
Ongoing Learning, Updates, and Shared Expertise
CHC policy, commissioning practice, and regulatory expectations are always evolving. By joining the network, you gain continuous access to shared knowledge, lived experience, and practical updates from a wide range of CHC agency nurses across the UK.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new CHC agency nurses who are committed to high standards of care and professional growth. Membership is suitable for nurses currently working in or moving into NHS Continuing Healthcare, community complex care, and related agency roles.
To join, simply visit our website or reach out through our contact channels to request access to our private social media groups and upcoming events. Once approved, you will be invited into our confidential online spaces where you can start connecting straight away.
Stay Connected with CHC Nurses Agency Network
Our community is active all year round, sharing updates, case discussions, job insights, and wellbeing support. The more you participate, the more you will benefit from the collective experience of hundreds of CHC agency nursing professionals.
If you are looking for a place where CHC nurses truly understand and support each other, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help you develop, connect, and thrive in your role.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in or moving into CHC, complex care, or community-based agency roles in the UK are welcome to apply to join.
- Is membership of the network free? Membership details, including any fees, are provided when you contact us to request access to the network.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Once you contact us and your request is approved, you will receive invitations to our confidential, invite-only social media groups.
- What kind of support does the network provide? Members receive peer support, shared learning on CHC practice, advice on professional issues, and access to events and networking opportunities.
- Do you offer CHC training or formal courses? We provide access to learning opportunities, discussions, and events focused on CHC eligibility, assessments, documentation, and best practice.
- Are the groups confidential? Yes, our groups are private, invite-only, and run with a strong emphasis on confidentiality and professional respect.
- How often do you run events? We run regular online and occasional in-person events throughout the year, covering CHC topics and professional development.
- Is the network only for CHC nurses in the NHS? No, the network supports CHC agency nurses working across NHS, private, and community settings involved in Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- How can I get in touch to learn more? Visit our website or contact us directly through our listed channels to ask questions, request access, or find out about upcoming events.
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