CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Support, Training & Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting, Supporting and Developing UK CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional network and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in complex care. We provide a safe, supportive community, specialist CHC training, and expert consultancy to help you navigate complex cases, improve patient outcomes and grow a successful, sustainable agency nursing career.
With a core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses, we offer a unique space where nurses can connect, share real-world experience, and access practical guidance on CHC assessments, care planning, funding pathways and multi-agency working. Our goal is to make your professional life easier while raising standards in Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a professional group – it is a peer-led community, learning hub and consultancy service for nurses who work within CHC-funded care. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the workload, decisions and daily pressures that come with agency and bank nursing in complex health and social care settings.
Our network brings CHC nurses together through regular events, private social media groups and online learning opportunities. Many members form long-term friendships and professional collaborations, creating a trusted support system that extends well beyond a single shift or placement.
Our Core Services for CHC Agency Nurses and Organisations
We combine community support with structured CHC training and consultancy to meet the needs of both individual nurses and health & social care providers. Whether you are an experienced CHC practitioner or new to Continuing Healthcare, we offer tailored support to help you build confidence and competence.
1. Professional CHC Nurse Community & Peer Support
At the heart of our offer is a confidential, invite-only CHC nurse community, active 24/7/365 across several closed social media groups. Members can:
- Ask clinical or professional questions related to CHC and complex care.
- Share good practice, tools, resources and documentation tips.
- Discuss challenges such as agency work, shift patterns and work–life balance.
- Access emotional support from peers who understand the realities of nursing.
This continuous peer-to-peer support reduces isolation, builds resilience and ensures that agency nurses have somewhere safe to turn for advice and encouragement at any time.
2. Specialist Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
We offer specialised CHC training programmes designed for agency nurses, case managers, and other professionals involved in CHC-funded care. Our training helps you develop practical knowledge in:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility criteria and decision-making support tools.
- Checklist and full assessment processes, including MDT meetings.
- Developing robust, person-centred CHC care plans.
- Understanding CHC funding, commissioning arrangements and review processes.
- Working effectively with CCGs/ICBs, local authorities and other agencies.
Courses are delivered online or at events by experienced CHC practitioners, ensuring you gain up-to-date, real-world insight that you can apply immediately to your practice.
3. Events, Workshops & Networking for CHC Nurses
We run regular events, webinars, workshops and informal meet-ups across the year for CHC agency nurses and related professionals. These sessions provide:
- Opportunities to network with other CHC nurses across the UK.
- Updates on key policy and practice changes in Continuing Healthcare.
- Case-based learning and discussion of complex clinical scenarios.
- Space to relax, debrief and learn from colleagues who “get it”.
Many nurses in our network stay in touch long after an event has ended, helping to maintain a vibrant, supportive community that spans regions and specialties.
4. Consultancy Support for CHC and Complex Care Providers
Alongside our nurse network, we provide consultancy services to organisations involved in CHC-funded care, including care agencies, case management firms and independent providers. Our consultancy support can include:
- Reviewing CHC-related policies, procedures and documentation templates.
- Advising on safe staffing, skill mix and clinical governance for complex care packages.
- Supporting teams to understand and meet CHC framework expectations.
- Helping to troubleshoot complex clinical or commissioning challenges.
This organisational support is designed to improve quality, safety, compliance and collaboration within CHC-funded services.
5. Guidance on Complex CHC Cases & Care Planning
We recognise that CHC agency nurses frequently work with high-acuity, complex and rapidly changing needs. Through our network and consultancy, we offer guidance on:
- Risk assessment and management in home and community settings.
- Holistic, person-centred care planning for complex conditions.
- Safeguarding, capacity, consent and legal/ethical considerations.
- Effective communication with families, MDTs and commissioners.
By sharing expertise and tried-and-tested approaches, we support nurses to deliver safe, confident and compassionate care within CHC-funded packages.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Nurses and healthcare organisations choose the CHC Nurses Agency Network because we combine real clinical experience, peer support and focused CHC expertise in one place.
Key Benefits for CHC Agency Nurses
- Genuine peer understanding: Only CHC and agency nurses truly understand the pressures of your role – and they are exactly who you will meet in our network.
- 24/7 community access: Our confidential invite-only social media groups provide support and advice whenever you need it.
- Professional growth: Access training, case discussions and insights that help you progress your CHC career and enhance your CV.
- Reduced isolation: Connect with like-minded professionals, make friends and build a long-term support network.
- Practical solutions: Gain real, usable tips for documentation, communication and managing complex care in the field.
Benefits for CHC-Focused Organisations
- Tap into a network of experienced CHC agency nurses and clinical expertise.
- Receive support in aligning practice with CHC frameworks and expectations.
- Access bespoke consultancy around complex care, governance and workforce issues.
- Enhance the quality, safety and consistency of CHC-funded care packages.
Who We Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is ideal for:
- Agency and bank nurses working in Continuing Healthcare-funded packages.
- Community, district and specialist nurses delivering complex home-based care.
- Case managers, CHC assessors and nurse consultants involved in CHC decisions.
- Care agencies and independent providers delivering CHC packages.
- New and experienced nurses looking to build knowledge and confidence in CHC.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively working in or moving into CHC and complex care. Once you join, you will be invited into our private social media groups and events, where you can start connecting with other CHC agency nurses straight away.
Membership gives you ongoing access to peer discussion, shared resources, updates on events and learning opportunities tailored to your role in Continuing Healthcare.
Get in Touch to Learn More
If you are a CHC agency nurse, or you represent a care organisation seeking specialist CHC support, we would love to hear from you. Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network to discuss membership, training options or consultancy support for your team.
Together we can build a stronger, more connected and better-supported workforce for Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions about CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and consultancy dedicated to supporting agency nurses and organisations working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to nurses and related professionals who are currently working in, or have a strong interest in, CHC-funded or complex care roles.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Yes, our content, discussions and guidance are focused on the UK health and social care system, particularly NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- What kind of support do members receive? Members receive peer support through private social media groups, access to events, informal advice on CHC practice and opportunities for learning and networking.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? Yes, we offer specialist training in NHS Continuing Healthcare processes, assessments, care planning and related topics for nurses and organisations.
- Can organisations work with you for consultancy? Yes, we provide consultancy services to care agencies, case management companies and other providers involved in CHC-funded care.
- How are your social media groups managed? Our social media groups are confidential, invite-only communities moderated to maintain professionalism, respect and privacy.
- How often do you run events or workshops? We run events, webinars and networking sessions regularly throughout the year, and we share all upcoming dates with members via our groups and mailing lists.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership and training options may vary over time, so please contact us directly for current information on fees or free-to-join opportunities.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or preferred contact channels listed there to ask about membership, training or consultancy services.