CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your Community for Continuing Healthcare Support & Training

Connecting, Supporting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support hub for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals across the UK. We bring together experienced CHC nurses, case managers and independent practitioners to share knowledge, improve practice and enhance patient outcomes.

More than just a professional network, our community offers a safe space to connect with colleagues who truly understand the pressures of nursing, agency work and CHC caseloads. Through events, peer support, training and confidential online groups, we help you build your skills, confidence and professional connections in Continuing Healthcare.

About the CHC Nurses Agency Network

A Dedicated Community for CHC Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network was created by nurses, for nurses. We recognise that only other nurses really understand the daily stresses, complexity and emotional demands of CHC work and agency nursing.

Our network brings together around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who regularly share experiences, discuss complex cases (confidentially), and support one another. Many of our members go on to build lasting friendships that continue for years.

A Supportive Space to Relax, Learn and Grow

We know that CHC and agency work can be isolating. Our goal is to provide a relaxed yet professional environment where you can:

Connect with like-minded CHC nurses who understand your role
Ask questions and share best practice in a safe, confidential space
Access peer support for managing challenging cases and workloads
Develop your Continuing Healthcare knowledge and skills
Explore new career and contracting opportunities in CHC

Joining Our Private CHC Nursing Network

Exclusive, Invite-Only Social Media Groups

We host a series of confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC agency nurses can talk freely, 24-7-365. Within these private spaces, members share:

Professional issues and clinical queries
CHC eligibility and funding challenges
Case management tips and documentation advice
Regulatory, policy and NHS Continuing Healthcare updates
Support around wellbeing, boundaries and workload

These groups are carefully moderated to maintain confidentiality, professionalism and respect, ensuring a safe environment for meaningful discussion and peer learning.

Regular Events, Meet-Ups and CPD Opportunities

The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events to bring our community together, including:

Educational webinars on CHC assessments and decision support tools
Workshops on documentation, appeals and multidisciplinary working
Informal networking sessions for CHC agency nurses across different regions
Peer-led discussions on complex cases and emerging best practice

These events are designed to help you stay up to date with Continuing Healthcare policies, share experiences and grow your professional network in a relaxed and supportive setting.

Professional Development in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Building CHC Knowledge, Confidence and Competence

As CHC specialists, we focus on the key areas that agency nurses and independent practitioners most often need support with, including:

Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
CHC eligibility criteria and the checklist process
Completing and interpreting the Decision Support Tool (DST)
Multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and evidence gathering
Appeals, reviews and dispute resolution in CHC

Through shared resources, peer discussion and structured learning sessions, our members gain practical, real-world insight into delivering safe, person-centred CHC practice as agency nurses.

Support for Agency Nurses Working in CHC Roles

We understand the unique pressures on CHC agency nurses who may move between CCGs, ICBs, providers or local authorities. Our network offers:

Guidance on adapting to different local policies and procedures
Advice on managing expectations as a temporary or contract nurse
Support with professional boundaries, workload and complex family dynamics
Connection with peers working in similar agency CHC roles across the UK

By tapping into our community, you don’t have to navigate CHC roles and agency work alone – you have a ready-made network of colleagues behind you.

Peer Support, Case Discussion and Best Practice Sharing

Real-World CHC Case Discussion (Confidential & Professional)

Within our private groups, nurses can raise anonymised CHC scenarios and get input from other experienced practitioners. This might include:

Complex eligibility decisions and borderline cases
Managing disagreements within MDTs
Handling challenging family conversations
Documenting clinical evidence effectively for CHC panels

This type of peer-to-peer learning is invaluable in a specialist field like Continuing Healthcare, where decisions can be nuanced and highly contextual.

Sharing Tools, Templates and Practical Resources

Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network frequently share:

Checklists, prompts and note-taking tools for CHC assessments
Links to key policy documents and professional guidance
Ideas for organising caseloads and managing time more effectively
Recommendations for training, CPD and specialist courses

Our goal is to help CHC agency nurses work smarter, not harder, with support from colleagues who understand the realities of the role.

Wellbeing and Work-Life Balance for CHC Agency Nurses

A Space Where Nurses Truly Understand Each Other

As any nurse will know, only another nurse really understands what it feels like to balance clinical responsibility, emotional labour and constant decision-making. In CHC, this is often amplified by complex family dynamics, funding decisions and system pressures.

The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a space where you can:

Talk openly about stress and emotional impact (within professional boundaries)
Gain support from peers who have “been there”
Share strategies for maintaining resilience and wellbeing
Build friendships that extend beyond work

Many of our members become friends and remain connected for years, supporting one another through career changes, new roles and personal milestones.

Helping You Navigate a Sustainable Career in CHC

We want CHC agency nursing to be a rewarding and sustainable career choice. Our network helps you:

Explore different CHC roles and contract types
Connect with other independent practitioners and consultants
Gain insight into developing a portfolio or specialist CHC career
Access support when considering new opportunities or directions

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Specialist Focus on NHS Continuing Healthcare

Unlike generic nursing groups, our community is dedicated specifically to CHC and related fields. This means that discussions, resources and events are highly relevant if you work in:

NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments and reviews
CHC case management or commissioning
Complex discharge planning and funding decisions
Learning disability or mental health services linked to CHC

Experienced, Engaged and Growing Community

Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses and professionals is highly engaged, with active discussion and support available around the clock. New members are warmly welcomed and quickly become part of the community.

Confidential, Supportive and Professionally Led

We take confidentiality and professionalism seriously. Our groups are:

Invite-only and carefully moderated
Focused on respectful, constructive discussion
Designed to support, not replace, formal supervision and governance

This ensures that the CHC Nurses Agency Network remains a trusted space for agency nurses and CHC professionals to connect and learn.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a CHC agency nurse, independent CHC practitioner or nurse working in Continuing Healthcare and you’d like to join our network, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

You can contact us via our website or social channels to:

Request access to our private social media groups
Find out about our upcoming events and webinars
Learn more about how the network can support your CHC career

Become part of a growing, supportive community of CHC professionals who understand your work and are committed to improving practice and patient outcomes in Continuing Healthcare.

FAQs

What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community of agency nurses and professionals specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to CHC agency nurses, independent CHC practitioners and nurses working in CHC-related roles.
Is the network only for UK-based nurses? Yes, we primarily support nurses and professionals working within the UK’s NHS Continuing Healthcare framework.
How do I access the private social media groups? You can request access by contacting us via our website or social channels, and we will guide you through the invite-only process.
Does the network provide formal CHC training courses? We primarily offer community support, peer learning and events, but we also signpost members to relevant CHC training and CPD opportunities.
Are discussions within the network confidential? Yes, our groups are private, invite-only and professionally moderated to maintain confidentiality and respect.
Do you organise events for CHC nurses? Yes, we run regular online and in-person events, including webinars, workshops and networking sessions focused on CHC practice.
Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Details of any membership fees or free access options are provided when you contact us to join.
Can I share clinical cases in the group? You can discuss anonymised, de-identified scenarios for learning purposes while always protecting patient confidentiality.
How will joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network benefit my career? Membership can help you expand your professional network, deepen your CHC expertise, access peer support and discover new career opportunities in Continuing Healthcare.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today and connect with a supportive community of Continuing Healthcare professionals who truly understand your work.