CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Continuing Healthcare Agency Nurses, Training & Support
Connecting and Supporting CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related agency roles across the UK. We bring together experienced CHC nurses, new agency nurses, and healthcare professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of Continuing Healthcare practice, funding, and case management.
Our network provides a safe, supportive space to share expertise, build professional connections, and access specialist CHC resources. Whether you are an independent CHC assessor, a nurse working through an agency, or a manager seeking CHC-skilled professionals, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to support your practice, wellbeing, and career development.
A Private, Professional Community for CHC Agency Nurses
A Relaxed Space to Connect With Nurses Who Understand
Nursing in Continuing Healthcare can be demanding, complex, and emotionally challenging. Only another nurse truly understands the pressures of assessments, MDTs, panel decisions, and difficult conversations with families. Our invite-only CHC nursing network gives you a confidential space to connect with colleagues who know exactly what your working life is like.
Members use our network to ask questions, share concerns, celebrate successes, and debrief after difficult days. Many of our members describe the CHC Nurses Agency Network as the professional “home” they were missing in agency work and independent practice.
A Growing Network of Over 500 CHC Agency Professionals
We currently have a core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses and professionals across the UK. Our members stay actively connected via confidential, invite-only social media groups and private online spaces.
These ongoing connections mean that professional relationships frequently grow into long-term friendships. Many nurses in our community have stayed in touch for years, offering each other support, guidance, and collaboration opportunities throughout their careers.
Regular Events, Training and Networking for CHC Nurses
In-Person and Online Events for CHC Practice and Wellbeing
The CHC Nurses Agency Network organises a range of regular events, meetups, and online sessions designed to bring our community together. These include relaxed networking events, CHC-focused study days, informal catch-ups, and specialist topic sessions.
Our events are created by CHC nurses, for CHC nurses – giving you the chance to discuss real-world challenges such as complex eligibility decisions, panel preparation, documentation standards, safeguarding, and working effectively as an agency nurse within CHC teams.
Continuing Healthcare Training and Professional Development
Alongside networking, we support members with targeted CHC training and professional development opportunities. Our sessions and shared resources help nurses strengthen their understanding of:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility criteria and Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Best practice in CHC assessments, reviews, and care planning
- Working with CHC panels, MDTs, and local CHC teams
- Documenting clinical needs clearly for funding decisions
- Managing professional boundaries as an agency or independent CHC nurse
Our aim is to help you build confidence, improve your CHC expertise, and enhance the quality of outcomes for the people you support.
24/7 Peer Support Through Private Social Media Groups
Confidential, Invite-Only CHC Groups
We understand that CHC-related questions, challenges, and dilemmas do not always arise during office hours. That is why our network maintains active, confidential social media groups accessible 24-7-365 for our members.
Through these closed groups, CHC agency nurses can:
- Ask for peer advice on complex cases and clinical presentations
- Clarify aspects of CHC policy, practice, and documentation
- Share news and updates about national or local CHC changes
- Discuss agency work, contracts, rates, and working conditions
- Offer and receive emotional support and encouragement
All discussions are moderated to remain respectful, professional, and fully confidential, prioritising safe practice and protecting individuals and organisations.
Sharing Real-World CHC Experience and Best Practice
Because our members are actively working in CHC across varied settings, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a living hub of real-world experience and current best practice. Members frequently share:
- Templates and examples of effective CHC documentation
- Tips for preparing for panels, appeals, and reviews
- Practical advice on time management and caseload balance
- Insights into local CHC processes and organisational cultures
- Recommendations for further training, courses, and qualifications
This collaborative approach helps raise standards across the CHC field and supports consistent, person-centred decision-making for people with complex health needs.
Supporting Quality, Person-Centred CHC Practice
Focused on Person-Centred, Holistic Care
At the heart of our network is a shared commitment to high-quality, person-centred Continuing Healthcare. Our members work across hospitals, the community, care homes, and independent practice, but all are united in placing the individual and their family at the centre of CHC decision-making.
By sharing knowledge, tools, and support, we help CHC agency nurses to maintain holistic, evidence-based practice, even in high-pressure environments or short-term agency roles.
Improving Outcomes Through Skilled CHC Nursing
Skilled CHC agency nurses play a critical role in accurate eligibility decisions, safe discharges, and sustainable care planning. Through our network, nurses can refine their CHC skills, stay up to date with guidance, and feel more confident advocating for patients with complex health needs.
Ultimately, the CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to improve outcomes for patients, families, and services by strengthening the knowledge, resilience, and connectedness of the nurses working within Continuing Healthcare.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership for CHC Nurses and Related Professionals
We welcome new members who are involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare and associated roles, including:
- Agency and bank nurses working in CHC assessments and reviews
- Independent or freelance CHC nurse assessors
- Registered nurses in CHC teams, commissioning, or case management
- Senior nurses and managers with responsibility for CHC-funded care
- Other professionals with a core focus on Continuing Healthcare practice
Our aim is to maintain a safe, relevant environment, so membership is managed via invitation and approval, ensuring the network remains a high-value space for genuine CHC practitioners.
How to Get Involved
If you are a nurse or CHC professional who would like to join our private social media groups, attend events, or connect with our community, you can contact us via our website or existing members. Once verified, you will receive an invitation to our closed CHC groups and upcoming activities.
Whether you are just starting out in Continuing Healthcare or are a highly experienced CHC nurse assessor, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support your practice, wellbeing, and career growth.
Conclusion: Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers far more than a simple discussion group – it is a specialist professional community dedicated to supporting agency nurses and CHC professionals working in one of the most complex areas of healthcare.
By becoming part of our network, you gain access to trusted peers, practical CHC insights, regular events, training, and confidential support that can make agency work in Continuing Healthcare more rewarding, sustainable, and effective.
Join us to connect with like-minded CHC nurses, strengthen your expertise, and help shape best practice in Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community for nurses and practitioners working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and CHC-related agency roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses, CHC nurse assessors, agency nurses, and CHC-related professionals with an interest in Continuing Healthcare practice are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome CHC team nurses, independent assessors, and professionals involved in CHC-funded care.
- How do I join the private CHC social media groups? You can request access via our website or through an existing member, and once verified you will receive an invitation to our confidential, invite-only groups.
- What type of events does the network run? We run a mix of in-person and online events including networking meetups, CHC study sessions, professional development workshops, and informal support gatherings.
- Is there Continuing Healthcare training available through the network? Yes, we offer and signpost CHC-focused training, webinars, and learning resources to help members build confidence in eligibility, assessments, and documentation.
- How active is the CHC Nurses Agency Network community? Our community is highly active, with around 500 CHC professionals sharing questions, updates, and support 24-7-365 through our private groups.
- Is the network suitable for nurses new to CHC? Yes, nurses who are new to Continuing Healthcare can benefit from peer guidance, mentorship, and practical tips from more experienced CHC practitioners.
- Are discussions in the network confidential? Yes, all groups are invite-only and moderated, and members are expected to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- How will joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network help my career? Membership can help you build a strong professional network, deepen your CHC knowledge, access informal support, and stay up to date with best practice and opportunities in Continuing Healthcare.