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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community
A Dedicated Community for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related community settings. Built by CHC agency nurses, for CHC agency nurses, we provide a safe space to connect, share experiences, access expert training, and develop your professional practice in a challenging and complex field.
We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressures, responsibilities, and emotional demands of nursing—especially within Continuing Healthcare. Our network connects you with like‑minded professionals who “get it”, offering peer support, knowledge sharing, and opportunities to build lasting friendships and professional links.
With a growing core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we support nurses to develop their CHC expertise, navigate complex assessments and funding pathways, and enhance patient outcomes through better-informed, person‑centred care.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional membership community designed for nurses working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare. We combine high‑quality CHC education with a strong peer network so that nurses can confidently deliver safe, compliant, and compassionate care in agency roles.
Members of our network benefit from a blended offer of online support, private social media groups, regular events, CHC‑focused resources, and expert‑led training. Our aim is to make your life as a CHC agency nurse easier, more sustainable, and more rewarding—professionally and personally.
Core Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
A Safe Place to Connect, Share and De‑Stress
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place where you can relax, vent, and be understood. Our members openly share professional issues, questions, and challenges 24/7/365 through our confidential, invite‑only social media groups.
From complex CHC eligibility decisions to day‑to‑day agency work frustrations, you’ll find nurses who have faced the same situations and are willing to share practical advice and emotional support in a non‑judgemental environment.
Professional Networking and Career Development
We help CHC agency nurses build a strong professional network that supports career growth. Members regularly collaborate, refer opportunities, and offer guidance on navigating agencies, ICBs, CCG legacy arrangements, and community providers.
Many of our members first connect through the network and then go on to work together, mentor one another, and remain friends and colleagues for years. Our network is an ideal place to discover new roles, broaden your experience, and enhance your CHC career prospects.
Regular Events for CHC Agency Nurses
We run regular online and in‑person events to bring our community together. These include informal meet‑ups, CPD‑accredited webinars, CHC masterclasses, case‑study sessions, and networking evenings focused on the realities of CHC practice in agency roles.
Our events are designed to support both learning and wellbeing—balancing technical CHC content (such as Decision Support Tools, eligibility frameworks, and appeals) with time to connect socially, share experiences, and build resilience as a CHC nurse.
Private, Confidential Social Media Groups
Members are invited to join our private social media groups, where around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stay in regular contact. These invite‑only spaces are strictly moderated to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and psychological safety.
Within these groups, nurses share clinical queries, CHC assessment questions, documentation tips, policy updates, and real‑world scenarios, along with peer support on work–life balance, managing agency shifts, and handling the emotional load of complex cases.
Specialist Support for Nurses Working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
CHC Training and Knowledge Sharing
We provide and promote specialist CHC training tailored to the real needs of agency nurses, covering eligibility assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), checklists, Fast Track, and the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS‑funded Nursing Care.
Through webinars, workshops, and peer‑led discussions, our community helps you stay up‑to‑date with CHC policy and best practice, so you can feel confident contributing to assessments, reviews, and complex case discussions in any setting.
Building Confidence in CHC Processes
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced CHC nurse looking to refine your skills, the network supports you to interpret evidence, complete documentation accurately, and advocate effectively for patients and families within the CHC system.
By learning from peers who work across different ICBs and providers, you gain insight into how CHC is applied in practice, helping you avoid common pitfalls and enhance your contribution as an agency nurse.
Supporting Complex Community Transitions and Case Management
Many agency nurses in our network work with patients moving between hospital, home, and community care settings under CHC or joint funding arrangements. We focus on sharing best practice for safe, person‑centred transitions and ongoing case management.
Members frequently discuss topics such as care planning, risk management, capacity and consent, Deprivation of Liberty safeguards (DoLS/Community DoL), multidisciplinary working, and communication with families and providers.
Person‑Centred, Holistic Approaches
Our collective experience emphasises holistic, person‑centred care, ensuring that medical, psychological, social, and environmental needs are considered in every CHC care plan. This peer‑to‑peer learning supports better outcomes and more sustainable placements.
By sharing real cases (confidentially and appropriately anonymised), the network helps nurses develop practical strategies for managing complex behaviour, safeguarding, learning disabilities, dementia, and end‑of‑life care within the CHC framework.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network welcomes:
- Registered nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare through agency or locum roles.
- Agency nurses involved in CHC assessments, reviews, case management, or community placements.
- Nurses transitioning from ward‑based or acute care roles into CHC and community‑based practice.
- Experienced CHC nurses who want to mentor others, share expertise, and build professional connections.
- Nurses exploring CHC as a career pathway and seeking insight into day‑to‑day practice.
If you work in or around CHC and want to feel more supported, more confident, and more connected, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed for you.
Why CHC Agency Nurses Choose Our Network
Members choose the CHC Nurses Agency Network because we provide a unique blend of peer support, specialist CHC knowledge, and real‑world understanding of agency work. We know the pressures of short‑notice shifts, rapidly changing caseloads, and working across multiple organisations.
Our community helps you feel less isolated and better equipped to manage the demands of CHC roles, whether you are working independently, via multiple agencies, or alongside permanent CHC teams. Over time, many nurses report improved confidence, better professional boundaries, and a stronger sense of purpose in their CHC practice.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members into our CHC Nurses Agency Network all year round. Joining gives you access to our private social media groups, events, and ongoing professional discussions.
To become part of the network, simply get in touch with us via our contact details or enquiry form, and we will guide you through the quick onboarding process and invite you into the relevant groups for your area of practice.
Once you’re inside, you can immediately start connecting with other CHC agency nurses, asking questions, sharing your experience, and accessing the collective wisdom of a supportive professional community.
Get Involved with the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse working in Continuing Healthcare—or you are considering moving into CHC—now is the ideal time to join a community that truly understands your role. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help you build confidence, develop your knowledge, and feel supported every day of the year.
Contact us today to find out how to become a member, attend our next event, or join our private social media groups. Together, we can raise standards in CHC nursing, improve patient outcomes, and make agency work in Continuing Healthcare more rewarding, sustainable, and connected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community and support network for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and related community roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare through agency or locum roles is welcome to join our network.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Our focus is on the UK NHS Continuing Healthcare system, so our content and discussions are primarily relevant to UK‑based nurses.
- What are the benefits of joining the network? Members gain access to private social media groups, CHC‑focused events, peer support, knowledge sharing, and professional networking opportunities.
- Does the network provide CHC training? Yes, we promote and provide specialist CHC training through webinars, workshops, and peer‑led sessions tailored to agency nurses.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you join the network, we will send you secure invitations to our confidential, invite‑only social media groups for CHC nurses.
- Is membership confidential? Yes, we take confidentiality very seriously and all groups are moderated to ensure professional, respectful, and secure discussions.
- Do you run in‑person events? We run a mix of online and in‑person events, including networking meet‑ups, CPD sessions, and CHC masterclasses where possible.
- Can I join if I’m new to Continuing Healthcare? Absolutely, many of our members are new to CHC and use the network to learn, ask questions, and build confidence in this specialist area.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or enquiry form, and we will guide you through joining and gaining access to our community resources and groups.
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