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CHC Nurses Agency Network: The UK Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The Leading Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses in the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for agency nurses who work in, or are interested in, Continuing Healthcare (CHC) across the UK.
We connect CHC nurses, provide specialist CHC knowledge and resources, and support your professional growth in this complex and highly regulated area of practice.
Our network is a place to relax, share experiences and build your CHC career with people who truly understand the pressures and responsibilities of nursing.
With a core membership of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we offer a confidential, supportive environment where you can ask questions, gain insights and develop your expertise 24/7.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only community that brings together CHC assessors, agency nurses, case managers and CHC specialists working across NHS Continuing Healthcare and related services.
We focus on collaboration, learning, networking and peer support to help you navigate the realities of CHC work and agency nursing.
We know that only another nurse truly understands the emotional and professional demands of nursing, especially in complex CHC assessments, funding decisions and discharge planning.
Our network exists to make your professional life easier, more informed and better connected.
A Relaxed, Supportive Space for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to be a safe, relaxed space where you can share ideas, challenges and best practice with colleagues who do the same work as you.
Many nurses in our network form lasting friendships and professional partnerships that continue for years.
We operate through a number of confidential, invite-only social media groups, where members can post questions, discuss complex CHC cases (anonymously and ethically), and support each other with day-to-day issues in CHC and agency work.
Specialist Support for CHC Nurses and CHC Practice
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Knowledge and Peer Learning
Our core focus is Continuing Healthcare, and we support members to deepen their understanding of NHS CHC eligibility, the National Framework, MDT assessments, DSTs and appeals.
Through shared experience and peer learning, you gain practical insight into how CHC really works on the ground.
Members regularly discuss topics such as:
- CHC checklist and DST completion tips
- Handling complex cases and challenging domains
- Effective communication with families, CHC teams and care providers
- Balancing clinical judgement with CHC policy and guidance
- Approaches to appeals and reviews in CHC
Professional Development and Career Growth in CHC
As an agency nurse, building a long-term career in CHC can feel isolating; our network helps you to develop your CHC profile, reputation and skills over time.
We share opportunities, advice and insight to support your progression into CHC assessor roles, case management, consultancy or specialist clinical practice.
Members use the network to:
- Ask for guidance on entering or transitioning into CHC roles
- Share training recommendations and educational resources
- Explore agency opportunities relevant to CHC skills
- Connect with experienced CHC nurses for informal mentoring
Events, Networking and CHC Community Engagement
Regular CHC Events for Agency Nurses
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our CHC nursing community together.
These sessions cover current issues in Continuing Healthcare, National Framework updates, case discussions, best practice sharing and wellbeing support for nurses.
Attending our events allows you to:
- Stay up to date with CHC policy and practice
- Discuss real-world CHC scenarios with peers
- Grow your professional network across the UK
- Feel part of a supportive, like-minded community
24/7 Support Through Private Social Media Groups
Our CHC Nurses Agency Network is active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year through private, confidential social media groups.
Members share professional issues, ask clinical and CHC-related questions, and offer moral support whenever it’s needed.
Whether you are on a night shift working on a complex CHC assessment, preparing for a difficult discharge meeting, or just needing to debrief with somebody who understands, the network is there to support you.
CHC Insight, Case Management and Practice Support
Sharing Best Practice in CHC Case Management
Many members of our network work in or alongside CHC case management, and share their expertise in managing complex care packages, risk, safeguarding and person-centred planning.
This gives you access to a broad range of real-world perspectives that can strengthen your own practice.
Topics commonly discussed include:
- Coordinating CHC-funded community and care home packages
- Working effectively with local authorities and providers
- Ensuring person-centred, legally compliant documentation
- Navigating disputes, reviews and changes in eligibility
Support for Complex Care, Learning Disabilities and Transitions
Our members frequently work with individuals with learning disabilities, complex physical health needs and challenging behaviour, often within a CHC or joint-funded context.
Through shared discussion, you can improve your approach to person-centred care, risk management and complex transitions between settings.
This peer support is particularly valuable when managing:
- Hospital discharge and step-down or step-up pathways
- Transitions between children’s and adult services
- Care planning for behavioural, cognitive and mental health needs
- Maintaining dignity, independence and safety in complex cases
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is built by and for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and related fields.
By joining us, you benefit from a trusted, experienced and empathetic community that understands the realities of CHC and agency nursing in the UK.
Key benefits of joining our CHC nursing network include:
- Access to a core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses
- Confidential, invite-only social media groups for open discussion
- Regular CHC-focused events, webinars and meet-ups
- Ongoing peer support, advice and knowledge sharing
- Help with career development and navigating CHC roles
- A community that values your wellbeing as much as your professional skills
Whether you are new to CHC, an experienced CHC assessor, or an agency nurse exploring CHC opportunities, our network gives you the connection, confidence and community you need to thrive.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We actively welcome new CHC agency nurses into our community.
If you would like to join our private groups, attend our events or learn more about how the network works, we invite you to get in touch.
Once you are part of the network, you can:
- Join our private social media groups for CHC nurses
- Receive details of upcoming events and networking sessions
- Connect directly with experienced CHC professionals across the UK
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, RGN, RMN, RNLD or other registered nurse working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare, we would love to hear from you.
Contact us to request an invitation to our network, ask questions about membership, or find out more about our CHC events and community.
Reach out via our website contact form, email or social channels and a member of our team will respond with the next steps for joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private UK-wide community for agency nurses working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). - Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Registered nurses and agency nurses involved in CHC assessments, case management or CHC-funded care are welcome to apply to join. - Is the network only for UK-based nurses?
Yes, we are primarily focused on nurses working within the UK health and social care system and the NHS Continuing Healthcare framework. - How do I join the private social media groups?
You can contact us via our website or email to request an invite, and we will guide you through the joining process. - Does the CHC Nurses Agency Network provide formal CHC training?
We focus on peer learning, shared resources and events rather than accredited training, but members often share and recommend CHC training opportunities. - Are there networking events for CHC nurses?
Yes, we run regular online and occasional in-person events for CHC nurses to learn, network and share best practice. - Is membership to the CHC Nurses Agency Network confidential?
Yes, our groups are invite-only and we expect all members to maintain strict confidentiality and professional standards. - Can I discuss specific CHC cases in the group?
Yes, you can discuss cases in an anonymised and ethical way to seek advice and share learning with peers. - Does the network help with CHC career development?
Members regularly share advice, opportunities and guidance to support each other’s career progression within CHC. - How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
You can reach us through our website contact form, by email or via our official social media channels to request more information.
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