CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Community & Support for CHC and Agency Nurses
A Professional Network for UK Continuing Healthcare & Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community care and agency nursing across the UK. We connect experienced professionals, share best practice, and provide a safe space to discuss the real challenges of nursing, agency work and complex care.
With a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we offer peer support, practical guidance and opportunities to grow your career, while helping you stay up to date with the latest CHC policies, community care standards and regulatory requirements.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only nursing community where CHC and agency nurses can relax, share experiences and access specialist support. Our members understand the unique pressures of CHC, community and agency work: variable rotas, complex assessments, safeguarding issues, and the emotional toll of front-line care.
We provide confidential online groups, regular events and informal learning opportunities designed around what nurses really need – from practical advice on CHC assessments to managing work–life balance as an agency nurse.
Support, Connection & Peer-Led Learning
A Safe Space for CHC & Agency Nurses
As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pace, responsibility and emotional impact of the job. Our network brings together CHC and agency nurses who “get it” – creating a safe, supportive environment where you can talk openly about:
- Everyday clinical pressures and ethical dilemmas
- Working in CHC teams, community settings and agency roles
- Navigating local policies, MDTs and CHC eligibility decisions
- Dealing with burnout, stress and maintaining your wellbeing
Our members regularly share practical tips, templates, resources and lived experience to make each other’s professional lives easier and more sustainable.
Networking, Friendship & Long-Term Connections
Many nurses in our community have formed lasting friendships and professional partnerships through the CHC Nurses Agency Network. Members stay in touch across different roles, trusts, ICBs and agencies, supporting each other as their careers evolve.
We encourage new members to attend our events, join our private social media groups and actively participate in discussions. Over time, this network becomes not just a professional asset, but a trusted circle of colleagues and friends who understand the realities of CHC and agency nursing.
Events, Training & Professional Development
Regular Events for CHC and Agency Nurses
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community together. These sessions cover a mix of:
- Updates on Continuing Healthcare (CHC) policy and practice
- Best practice in community and domiciliary care
- Working effectively with agencies, commissioners and MDTs
- Managing professional boundaries and safe lone working
- Informal networking and peer support meetups
Our aim is to combine relaxed, social networking with meaningful professional learning, helping you stay current, confident and connected in your CHC or agency role.
Informal CPD, CHC Knowledge & Skills Building
While we are primarily a peer support and networking hub, our community discussions and events naturally contribute to your continuous professional development (CPD). Members share:
- Real-world examples of CHC assessments and reviews (shared anonymously and ethically)
- Tips on completing documentation and evidence for CHC funding
- Insights into working with ICBs, CCG legacy structures and local policies
- Strategies for safe practice in complex community and home-care packages
This community-led learning helps you deepen your CHC knowledge, refine your clinical decision-making and stay aligned with current UK healthcare standards.
Community, Case Discussion & Practical Support
24/7 Peer Support Through Private Social Media Groups
We openly share professional issues 24-7-365 between our core network of CHC and agency nurses through several confidential, invite-only social media groups. These are moderated spaces where you can:
- Ask clinical and professional questions in a supportive environment
- Discuss tricky CHC cases and documentation (without sharing identifiable data)
- Seek advice on dealing with agencies, line managers and MDTs
- Share opportunities, shifts, roles and useful resources
Our groups are designed to be safe, respectful and grounded in the NMC Code, ensuring discussions are always professional and appropriate.
Sharing Best Practice in Complex Community & CHC Care
Many of our members are experienced in complex home-care packages, learning disability services, palliative care and mental health. Within the network, we regularly share:
- Ideas for person-centred planning in CHC-funded packages
- Approaches to risk assessment and escalation in the community
- Examples of communication with families, carers and advocates
- Tools and checklists that make documentation and reporting easier
This collective experience helps every member to deliver safer, more person-centred care in line with CQC and NHS quality standards, even though we are a community rather than a formal consultancy.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to a specialist community of CHC and agency nurses who understand your work. Whether you are new to CHC, transitioning from ward-based roles, or highly experienced in community and agency work, you will find:
- Connection – Meet like-minded CHC and agency nurses across the UK
- Support – Share experiences, ask questions and get honest, practical advice
- Growth – Build knowledge, confidence and resilience in complex care environments
- Visibility – Hear about roles, shifts and opportunities via your professional network
- Community – Be part of a group that values your experience and understands your pressures
Our focus is on real-world support for real nurses – helping you feel less isolated, more informed and better equipped to thrive in CHC and agency practice.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
We welcome registered nurses and nursing associates working in, or interested in, any of the following areas:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and funded nursing care
- Community nursing and district nursing
- Agency nursing across hospital, community and social care settings
- Complex care in the home, including tracheostomy, ventilation and PEG care
- Learning disability, autism and mental health services
- Care home and nursing home environments
If you work with CHC-funded packages, complex community care, or as an agency nurse and want a professional, friendly network around you, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed for you.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We currently grow our community via referrals, events and direct enquiries from nurses who want to be part of a trusted professional network. To express interest in joining:
- Contact us via our website enquiry form or email
- Tell us a little about your nursing background and CHC / agency experience
- We will share details of our private social media groups and upcoming events
Once you are part of the network, you can get involved as much or as little as you like – from simply reading posts and attending events to actively contributing your own insights, resources and support.
Get Involved with the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are looking for a trusted community of CHC and agency nurses to support your professional journey, help you stay informed and offer genuine peer understanding, we invite you to get in touch.
Our network is dedicated to empowering nurses with shared knowledge, connection and practical support – helping you navigate the complexity of CHC, community and agency work with greater confidence, resilience and professional satisfaction.
Connect with us today to learn how you can join our CHC Nurses Agency Network, access our private groups and attend upcoming events.
FAQs – CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private UK community for CHC and agency nurses to connect, share best practice and access peer support.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and nursing associates working in CHC, community care, complex home-care or agency nursing are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the network only for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses? No, we primarily support CHC nurses but also welcome agency and community nurses involved in complex care and related roles.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can request to join by contacting us via our website or email, after which we will share access details for our private groups.
- Do you run events or training for nurses? Yes, we run regular online and in-person events focused on CHC updates, complex care, agency work and professional wellbeing.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network free to join? Membership access and any fees (if applicable) are confirmed when you enquire, as these may vary over time.
- Are the social media groups confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to be safe, confidential professional spaces that respect the NMC Code.
- Can I discuss specific CHC cases in the network? Yes, you can discuss cases in a de-identified, ethical way for peer learning and support, without sharing any patient-identifiable information.
- Does the network help with jobs or agency shifts? While we are not a recruitment agency, members often share information about roles, shifts and opportunities within the community.
- How can I stay updated on CHC Nurses Agency Network news and events? Once you join, you will receive updates via our private groups and event announcements shared within the network.