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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Training, Support & Community for CHC Nurses
A Professional Network for Agency Nurses Working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and professional resource for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care in the UK.
We combine specialist CHC training, practice-based consultancy, and a supportive peer network to help nurses enhance clinical skills, understand funding and eligibility processes, and deliver safe, person-centred care in all community settings.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place for CHC agency nurses to relax, connect and grow professionally with others who truly understand the pressures and responsibilities of nursing.
Through regular events, private social media groups, and specialist resources, we support more than 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who share knowledge daily, troubleshoot complex cases, and build lasting friendships.
We welcome new members to join our confidential, invite-only community and access practical advice, CHC guidance, and ongoing professional support 24/7/365.
Core Services for CHC Agency Nurses & Providers
Specialist CHC Training for Agency Nurses
Our Continuing Healthcare training programmes are designed specifically for agency nurses, case managers and community practitioners who work with CHC-eligible adults and children.
We focus on eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) applications, care planning, risk assessment, and documentation standards so that nurses can practice safely, confidently, and in line with current national guidance.
Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners and includes real case studies, interactive discussion, and practical documentation examples that can be applied immediately in practice.
Healthcare Consultancy & CHC Practice Support
We offer consultancy services to agency nurses, independent practitioners and healthcare providers looking to improve their CHC processes, compliance and quality of care.
This includes support with CHC pathway understanding, care coordination, evidence gathering, and multi-disciplinary team (MDT) working so that nurses can operate confidently within legal and regulatory frameworks.
By reviewing existing practices and documentation, we help identify gaps, streamline workflows, and support better patient outcomes and regulatory readiness.
A Supportive Professional Community for CHC Nurses
Private Social Media Groups & Peer Support
Our network thrives on confidential, peer-to-peer support via invite-only social media groups where CHC nurses can safely discuss professional issues, share experiences, and seek advice day or night.
Members openly exchange tips on complex community care, documentation, CHC funding issues, multi-agency working, and work–life balance, helping each other navigate the realities of agency nursing.
Many nurses within our network become long-term friends, offering both professional and emotional support throughout their careers.
Regular Networking Events & Learning Sessions
We run regular networking events, workshops and seminars specifically focused on Continuing Healthcare and complex care, bringing our community of nurses together online and in person.
These events are an opportunity to stay informed about policy changes, best practice standards, documentation expectations, and emerging trends within CHC and community nursing.
Nurses use these sessions to build professional contacts, explore career opportunities, and develop their confidence when working within CHC frameworks.
Specialist Focus Areas for Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Transitions in Healthcare & Complex Care Pathways
Transitions between hospital, home and community settings can be particularly challenging for CHC-eligible individuals and the nurses who support them.
Our network shares best practice on safe discharge planning, step-down services, care coordination, and continuity of care so agency nurses can manage these transitions effectively and safely.
Pre-CQC Readiness & Quality Standards Support
While we are not a regulatory body, we help agency nurses understand how their practice, documentation and conduct supports overall CQC quality standards within the organisations they work for.
Through shared resources and consultancy, we highlight good practice around person-centred care, dignity, record keeping, and risk management to help nurses feel prepared and informed.
Support for Learning Disabilities (LD) & Complex Needs
Many CHC agency nurses work with individuals who have Learning Disabilities (LD), autism, or multiple complex needs in community settings.
Within the network we share evidence-based approaches to person-centred care planning, positive risk-taking, communication strategies, and promoting independence and dignity for people with LD.
CHC Training, Funding & Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) Processes
CHC Funding & Eligibility Assessment Training
Our training helps nurses understand the full Continuing Healthcare pathway, including Checklist completion, DST assessments, primary health need principles and appeals processes.
By deepening knowledge of funding eligibility and evidence requirements, nurses can support individuals and families more effectively and work more confidently within MDTs and review meetings.
Community DOL Processes & Legal Frameworks
We provide guidance and training on the community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) process in the context of CHC-funded care, including working within Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles.
Our aim is to demystify documentation and procedures so nurses understand their responsibilities when restrictions are necessary and how to uphold people’s rights and safeguards in community settings.
CHC Events, Updates & Professional Development
Learning, Sharing & Staying Up to Date
Through our events and online sessions, CHC Nurses Agency Network members stay up to date with national CHC guidance, policy updates, and best practice recommendations.
We encourage collaboration and open discussion so that nurses can learn from each other’s experience, reflect on challenging cases, and develop solutions together.
Case Management Support & Care Coordination
Person-Centred Care & Complex Case Support
Many of our members are involved in complex case management, coordinating care for people with high, complex or unpredictable health needs in the community.
Within the network we share approaches to holistic care planning, multi-disciplinary working, risk management and measuring outcomes to improve quality of life for the individuals we support.
Regulatory, Legal & Professional Accountability
We support nurses to understand how NMC standards, CHC guidance, MCA/DoL frameworks, and wider legislation shape everyday practice in community and CHC settings.
By sharing resources and expert input, we help agency nurses maintain professional accountability, minimise risk, and feel confident in complex clinical and legal situations.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Access to a supportive community of around 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK.
- Specialist CHC training focused on real-world practice, funding pathways and community care.
- Private, invite-only social media groups offering 24/7 peer support and professional discussion.
- Regular events, webinars and networking sessions tailored to Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Up-to-date guidance on CHC processes, documentation expectations and quality standards.
- Opportunities to develop your agency nursing career and connect with like-minded professionals.
- Practical advice on transitions, LD support, community DOL and complex case coordination.
- A safe space where only another nurse truly understands the pressures, challenges and rewards of your role.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse or healthcare professional working in Continuing Healthcare, complex care or community nursing, we invite you to join our network.
Become part of a trusted, professional community where you can share experiences, access training, and build long-term connections that support both your practice and your wellbeing.
Get in touch today to find out how to access our private groups, upcoming events and CHC resources, and start benefitting from the collective knowledge of experienced CHC nurses across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community offering CHC-focused training, peer support and networking for agency nurses and healthcare professionals.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, community nurses and healthcare professionals involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare or complex care can join our network.
- Is membership limited to UK nurses? Our network is primarily focused on UK-based CHC practice and regulation, so it is most relevant to nurses working within the UK system.
- What kind of CHC training do you provide? We offer training on CHC eligibility, funding pathways, DST documentation, community DOL and person-centred care planning.
- How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential, moderated groups where they can discuss professional issues, ask questions and share resources 24/7.
- Do you run in-person or online events? We run a mix of online sessions and, where possible, in-person events focused on CHC, complex care and professional development.
- Is your training suitable for nurses new to CHC? Yes, our programmes are suitable for both nurses who are new to CHC and those seeking to refresh or deepen their knowledge.
- Can the network help with complex case discussions? Members regularly discuss complex cases (anonymously and safely) to share perspectives, ideas and best practice approaches.
- Does joining the network help with CQC and regulatory understanding? While we are not a regulator, we provide guidance and peer support around standards, documentation and safe, compliant practice.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network to join? You can contact us via our website or social channels to request more information and an invitation to our private groups and events.
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