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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Empowering CHC & Agency Nurses Across the UK
Professional Community, Training and Consultancy for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-wide community and consultancy for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses, agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in community and complex care. We connect nurses, provide specialist CHC training, support CQC readiness, and share best practice to improve outcomes for patients, providers and professionals.
Built by nurses, for nurses, our network recognises the realities of agency and CHC work – from daily clinical pressures to complex funding pathways and regulatory requirements. We exist to make your professional life easier, more informed and better supported, while helping organisations achieve safe, compliant and person-centred care.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a growing community of around 500 CHC and agency nursing professionals who connect through confidential, invite-only social media groups, online forums and in-person events.
Our network offers a relaxed, supportive space where nurses can share experiences, ask questions, and access guidance that only other nurses truly understand. Many members form lasting friendships, collaborate professionally, and continue supporting each other for years.
We welcome new members into our private social media groups and regular events, where professional issues are openly discussed 24/7/365, with a strong focus on CHC, community nursing and agency practice in the UK.
Our Core Services and Support
CHC Training and Professional Development for Nurses
We provide targeted Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training for agency nurses, community nurses, case managers and allied professionals who want to deepen their knowledge of CHC pathways, assessments and care coordination.
Our training covers:
- CHC eligibility criteria and Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Completion of robust clinical evidence and documentation
- Care planning, review processes and appeals
- Interpreting National Framework guidance
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities and providers
Delivered online or in-person by experienced CHC clinicians, our courses build confidence, support revalidation, and enable nurses to navigate CHC processes safely and efficiently.
Support with Healthcare Transitions and Complex Discharge
Transitions between hospital, home and community care are critical moments for patients with complex needs. Our network offers guidance and shared learning on safe, person-centred transfers of care, particularly in CHC-funded packages.
Through training, peer discussion and consultancy, we help nurses and organisations:
- Develop structured transition and discharge plans
- Promote continuity of care and minimise risk
- Reduce avoidable readmissions
- Coordinate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
This collaborative approach enhances patient safety, experience and long-term outcomes.
Pre-CQC Support and Compliance for Community & Agency Services
Preparing for CQC inspections can be challenging for community, domiciliary and complex care providers. We offer consultancy and peer-led advice to help teams understand and meet CQC expectations from a frontline nursing perspective.
Our support can include:
- Pre-CQC readiness reviews and gap analysis
- Guidance on policies, documentation and evidence
- Embedding safe staffing, governance and learning cultures
- Practical tips from nurses experienced in regulated services
By aligning practice with CQC standards, we help agencies and providers demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led services.
Specialist Support for Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Many CHC and agency nurses support people with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and complex physical or mental health needs. Our network shares expertise on delivering person-centred, rights-based care in home and community settings.
We focus on:
- Person-centred care and support planning
- Positive risk-taking and promotion of independence
- Communication strategies and reasonable adjustments
- Safeguarding, best interests and legal frameworks
By pooling the experience of hundreds of nurses, we help raise standards and quality of life for people with LD and complex needs.
Community DoLS, MCA and Legal Safeguarding Training
Understanding the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) and emerging Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) is essential for nurses delivering CHC and community care.
Our training and peer sessions help nurses:
- Apply MCA principles in daily practice
- Complete capacity assessments and best interest decisions
- Recognise and manage potential deprivation of liberty
- Work effectively with local DoLS / LPS teams and providers
This ensures care is lawful, ethical and defensible, protecting both patients and professionals.
CHC-Focused Events, Webinars and Networking
We run regular events to bring our CHC and agency nursing community together, both online and in person. These include:
- Live webinars and Q&A sessions on CHC topics
- Workshops on documentation, appeals and complex care
- Peer networking evenings and informal meetups
- Panel discussions with experienced CHC nurses and leaders
Events keep members up to date with policy changes, best practice and real-world problem-solving, while building strong professional networks.
Peer Support, Mentoring and Career Development
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to support your career in nursing as well as your day-to-day practice. Through our confidential social media groups and forums, members can:
- Discuss clinical scenarios and professional dilemmas
- Seek informal mentoring from experienced CHC nurses
- Share job opportunities and agency work tips
- Explore career routes in CHC, case management and leadership
We understand that only another nurse truly understands the demands of agency and CHC roles, which is why peer support is at the heart of our network.
Case Management Insight and Collaborative Working
While we are primarily a professional network, many of our members hold or aspire to case management roles in CHC, complex care and rehabilitation. Through shared learning, we explore:
- Holistic assessment and goal-focused care planning
- Coordinating multidisciplinary input around the person
- Advocacy, rights and shared decision-making
- Measuring outcomes and demonstrating value
This practical knowledge helps nurses and organisations deliver joined-up, person-centred care for people with long-term and complex needs.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Our approach is grounded in professionalism, lived experience and mutual support. Whether you are a new agency nurse exploring CHC for the first time or an experienced clinical lead, the network provides:
- A safe, confidential space to ask questions and share challenges
- Access to collective expertise from hundreds of CHC and agency nurses
- Ongoing learning through events, training and shared resources
- Support with compliance, documentation and regulatory expectations
- Opportunities to build friendships and strong professional relationships
For organisations, engaging with the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps create a more confident, informed workforce, improves quality of care and supports compliance with NHSE, ICB and CQC requirements.
For individual nurses, joining the network means you never have to navigate complex CHC and agency work alone again.
How to Get Involved
If you are a CHC nurse, agency nurse, community nurse or case manager working with CHC or complex care in the UK, you are welcome to join our network.
We invite new members to:
- Join our private, invite-only social media groups
- Attend online webinars and in-person networking events
- Take part in CHC training and professional development sessions
- Contribute to discussions, share resources and support your peers
Simply contact us via our website or social channels to request membership and we will guide you through the next steps.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help you deliver safer, more effective, person-centred care, while building the professional connections and confidence you need to thrive in your nursing career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community and consultancy supporting CHC and agency nurses with training, networking and practical guidance. - Who can join the network?
Any nurse or health professional working in Continuing Healthcare, agency nursing, community nursing or complex care in the UK can request to join. - Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership options vary, so please contact us directly for current details on fees and what is included. - How do I join your private social media groups?
Complete a short enquiry or contact form and we will send you an invitation to the relevant confidential groups once your professional details are verified. - Do you provide CHC training for individual nurses?
Yes, we offer CHC-specific training and webinars suitable for individual nurses at all levels of experience. - Can organisations book training or consultancy through the network?
Yes, providers and agencies can arrange bespoke training sessions and advisory support for their teams via our network. - Do you support preparation for CQC inspections?
We provide guidance, peer insight and consultancy-style support to help community and complex care services prepare for CQC inspections. - Are your events online or in-person?
We run a mix of online webinars and in-person networking and training events across the UK. - Is the group confidential and safe for discussing work issues?
Yes, our core groups are invite-only and professionally moderated to maintain confidentiality, respect and a supportive environment. - How quickly can I get involved after contacting you?
Once we receive your enquiry, we usually respond within a few working days with next steps and access details.
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