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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Community, Training & Consultancy

Connecting, Supporting and Developing CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-based community and consultancy for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community nursing and complex care. We bring together highly skilled agency nurses, care providers and commissioners to improve patient outcomes, care quality and CHC compliance, while offering a supportive professional network where CHC nurses can grow, learn and thrive.

Who We Are

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist hub for Continuing Healthcare nurses and healthcare organisations who work within CHC and complex community care pathways. Our network is built by nurses, for nurses – recognising that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility and emotional load that come with CHC and frontline care.

We currently connect and support a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK through confidential, invite-only online groups, regular events and tailored consultancy services for providers and commissioners.

What We Do

Private CHC Nursing Community & Peer Support

At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our private, safe and supportive community exclusively for CHC-experienced agency nurses. Members are invited into our confidential, invite-only social media groups, where they can:

Share real-world CHC practice experiences and case discussions (within professional and confidentiality boundaries)
Ask questions and get peer support 24/7/365 from nurses who truly understand CHC
Discuss NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments, DSTs, FNC and case management
Swap tips on agency work, shift patterns, contracts and work–life balance
Build lasting professional relationships and friendships with fellow CHC nurses

Many nurses in our network stay connected long-term, supporting each other through career moves, personal challenges and professional development.

Networking Events & CHC Best Practice Sessions

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community of CHC nurses together. These events are designed to help you:

Stay up to date with Continuing Healthcare policy changes and local commissioning practices
Share and develop best practice in CHC assessments, reviews and care planning
Explore topics such as community DoLS, complex discharge planning and MDT working
Grow your professional network with other CHC practitioners and decision-makers

Our events are practical, informal and focused on real-world CHC nursing challenges, so you leave with knowledge you can apply immediately in your work.

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training & Skills Development

The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and healthcare organisations with targeted CHC training that strengthens confidence and competence in this specialist area. Our training covers topics such as:

Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility criteria and the National Framework
Completing robust CHC checklists and DSTs (Decision Support Tools)
Evidence gathering, clinical justification and documentation for CHC panels
CHC reviews, appeals and dispute resolution
Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty) application processes and related safeguards

Sessions can be tailored for individual nurses, agency teams, care providers or commissioning organisations who want to improve their CHC skills, compliance and outcomes.

CHC Consultancy for Providers, Agencies & Commissioners

Alongside our community and training offer, we provide specialist CHC consultancy for healthcare organisations, including:

Care pathway reviews for CHC-funded and complex care service users
Support with CHC case management, documentation and governance
Guidance on aligning practice with the NHS National Framework for Continuing Healthcare
Advice for nursing agencies placing CHC-experienced nurses in appropriate roles
Support for providers and commissioners seeking to strengthen CHC delivery, quality and efficiency

Our consultants are experienced CHC practitioners who bring frontline clinical insight as well as policy and commissioning knowledge.

Support with Quality, Compliance & Inspection Readiness

For providers delivering CHC-funded care, we offer guidance that supports CQC quality standards, CHC commissioning requirements and good governance. This includes:

Reviewing care plans and risk assessments for CHC and complex needs
Strengthening records and evidence required for commissioners and regulators
Helping teams embed a person‑centred, rights‑based and legally compliant approach

While we are not a regulator, our goal is to help you demonstrate safe, effective and well-led CHC care that stands up to scrutiny.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

A Community That Understands CHC Nursing

Working in Continuing Healthcare can be demanding, isolating and emotionally draining. The CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you a safe space to talk openly with people who understand your work – whether you are managing complex home packages, completing DSTs, or navigating difficult CHC decisions.

Professional Growth and Career Development

Through our events, discussions and training, you can continuously develop your:

Clinical and assessment skills specific to CHC
Understanding of policy, funding and commissioning
Confidence in multi-disciplinary working and advocacy
Career pathways in CHC, complex care and community nursing

Our members often discover new roles, contracts and opportunities through the network.

Confidential, 24/7 Peer Support

Our invite-only social media groups are active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, giving CHC nurses somewhere to:

Ask questions and get quick peer input on CHC-related issues
Share resources, templates and practice tips
Gain reassurance and support on stressful or complex cases (within confidentiality limits)
Connect socially and protect your own wellbeing and resilience

Built on Friendship, Trust and Professionalism

Many nurses in our network become friends as well as colleagues, staying in touch even when moving jobs, agencies or regions. We foster a culture of respect, confidentiality, non‑judgement and mutual support across everything we do.

Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

We welcome new members who are:

Registered nurses with an interest or experience in Continuing Healthcare, complex care or community nursing
Agency nurses working, or wishing to work, within CHC-funded packages or assessment roles
Healthcare professionals involved in CHC assessments, reviews, commissioning or case management

If you want to develop your CHC expertise, expand your professional network and feel less isolated in your work, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is for you.

How to Join and Get Involved

Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network is straightforward:

Get in touch via our website contact form or email to express your interest.
We’ll confirm your eligibility as a CHC / complex care / community nursing professional.
Receive your invite to our private social media groups and upcoming events.
Start engaging with our 500+ strong CHC nursing community, training and consultancy offers.

From day one, you’ll have access to a ready‑made network of peers who share your challenges and are committed to improving CHC care across the UK.

Partner With the CHC Nurses Agency Network

We also work with nursing agencies, care providers and commissioners who recognise the value of specialist CHC expertise. By partnering with us, you can:

Connect with experienced CHC agency nurses for appropriate roles
Strengthen your CHC training, governance and workforce development
Access consultancy support for CHC-related projects and service improvements
Demonstrate a clear commitment to quality and person-centred CHC care

Together, we can raise standards, improve outcomes and build a more supportive professional environment for CHC nurses.

Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network

To join the network, arrange CHC training or consultancy, or learn more about what we do, please visit our website or contact our team directly. We look forward to welcoming you into a professionally rewarding and genuinely supportive CHC nursing community.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for nurses and organisations working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest or experience in CHC, complex care or community nursing are welcome to join.
Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome CHC nurses in permanent roles and other CHC professionals.
How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is confirmed, we send you secure invitations to our confidential, invite-only online groups.
Do you provide CHC training for organisations? Yes, we offer tailored CHC training for nurses, agencies, care providers and commissioners across a range of CHC topics.
What kind of events do you run? We host online and in-person events covering CHC best practice, policy updates, case discussions and professional networking.
Is there a fee to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership and service fees vary depending on what you need, and we’ll explain costs clearly when you contact us.
Can you help nursing agencies find CHC-experienced nurses? Yes, we work with agencies to connect them with CHC-experienced nurses and support workforce development.
Do you offer one-to-one CHC support or mentoring? We can arrange individual support, guidance or mentoring for nurses and managers by agreement.
How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply reach out via our website or contact details, and we’ll guide you through joining and accessing our community, training and consultancy services.

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