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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Specialist Network for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-based community created by and for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care settings.
We bring CHC professionals together to share knowledge, build supportive relationships, enhance skills, and make working life as a nurse easier, more connected, and better informed.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, stress, and responsibility that come with delivering safe, person-centred care.
Our network was built on this understanding, offering a safe, confidential space to connect, learn, and grow your agency nursing career in CHC.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is an active community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, connected through invite-only, confidential social media groups and regular online and in-person events.
We help nurses working in Continuing Healthcare share experience, ask questions, access guidance, and develop professionally while feeling part of a like-minded community.
Members of our network often become long-term friends and trusted colleagues, staying in touch and supporting each other for many years across different roles, agencies, and NHS organisations.
A Relaxed, Supportive Space for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed as a relaxed but professional space where agency nurses can:
- Connect with other Continuing Healthcare nurses who understand your work and pressures.
- Share professional issues 24/7/365 in a supportive, confidential environment.
- Build your professional contacts and CHC career network.
- Access practical advice on complex CHC cases, assessments, and documentation.
- Stay informed about latest CHC policies, frameworks, and best practice.
Our community helps to ease the isolation that can come with agency work by offering a reliable peer network you can turn to at any time.
Professional Development & CHC Training Support
Enhancing Skills in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Through our network, members gain access to specialist information, shared resources, and peer-led learning focused on all aspects of Continuing Healthcare practice.
We support agency nurses to build confidence and competence in areas such as:
- CHC eligibility assessments and the National Framework.
- Decision Support Tool (DST) and checklist completion.
- Care planning for complex, long-term conditions.
- Funded Nursing Care (FNC) and CHC funding pathways.
- Documentation, evidence gathering, and audit readiness.
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced Continuing Healthcare nurse, our community gives you ongoing opportunities to refresh knowledge, refine your practice, and learn from real-world scenarios.
Focus on Practical, Real-World CHC Practice
Our discussions and shared resources are highly practical and grounded in daily nursing practice.
Members regularly bring anonymised case examples, queries, and dilemmas to the group, and the community responds with:
- Insight from nurses working across NHS, independent, and community CHC settings.
- Examples of best practice in documentation and evidence collection.
- Tips for working effectively with MDTs, clinicians, and CHC teams.
- Guidance on maintaining regulatory and professional compliance.
This peer-to-peer approach helps agency nurses apply CHC regulations, standards, and frameworks confidently in real situations.
Events, Networking & Community Engagement
Regular Events for CHC Agency Nurses
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together, both online and in person where possible.
These sessions are designed to be supportive, informative, and enjoyable, giving you space to:
- Network with other CHC agency nurses across the UK.
- Discuss current issues in CHC practice in a safe environment.
- Explore career development opportunities in Continuing Healthcare.
- Share experiences, challenges, and successes in your role.
Most of the nurses in our network stay in regular contact, and many develop long-term friendships and strong professional partnerships that support them throughout their careers.
Staying Up-to-Date with CHC Policy & Best Practice
Our events and ongoing discussions help members stay informed about:
- Updates to the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Changes in local CHC commissioning and funding policies.
- Best practice in care coordination, risk management, and person-centred planning.
- Professional considerations for agency nurses working in CHC environments.
By participating in our network, you gain early insight and shared interpretation of changes that affect your daily practice and your patients.
24/7 Peer Support Through Private Social Media Groups
Confidential, Invite-Only CHC Nursing Groups
We facilitate several confidential, invite-only social media groups exclusively for verified CHC agency nurses.
These spaces are designed to be:
- Safe and supportive – moderated to maintain professionalism and respect.
- Strictly confidential – no patient-identifiable information is shared.
- Always available – a place to connect and ask questions 24/7/365.
- Professionally focused – centred on CHC practice, careers, and wellbeing.
Through these groups, our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses shares professional issues, experiences, resources, and advice every day of the year.
Sharing Knowledge, Reducing Isolation
Agency nursing in CHC can sometimes feel isolating, high-pressure, and emotionally demanding.
Our network helps to:
- Combat isolation by giving you instant access to peers who understand your role.
- Provide emotional and professional support from nurses facing similar challenges.
- Offer a space to debrief, reflect, and share learning from complex cases.
- Encourage self-care, resilience, and wellbeing for CHC agency nurses.
Many members describe the CHC Nurses Agency Network as a lifeline and a community they would not want to work without.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our network is open to registered nurses working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare, especially those who work through nursing agencies, bank roles, or as independent practitioners.
You may benefit from joining if you:
- Work in CHC assessments, reviews, or CHC coordination.
- Provide complex care in the community, care homes, or domiciliary settings.
- Are moving from general nursing into Continuing Healthcare roles.
- Want to develop your career within CHC or related complex-care fields.
We particularly welcome new members who are keen to contribute positively to the community, support others, and develop themselves professionally within CHC.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Community: Join a friendly, understanding community of CHC nurses who “get it”.
- Support: Access year-round 24/7 peer support via private social media groups.
- Learning: Stay up-to-date with CHC frameworks, policies, and best practice.
- Networking: Build valuable professional contacts across agencies and regions.
- Career growth: Explore new opportunities and career paths in Continuing Healthcare.
- Wellbeing: Share the emotional load of nursing with peers who understand your role.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to ensure that no CHC agency nurse feels they have to navigate complex care alone.
By joining us, you become part of a strong, informed, and supportive professional network that puts nurses and patients at the centre of everything we do.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are committed to professionalism, confidentiality, and mutual support.
To join:
- Get in touch: Contact us via our website or preferred communication channels to express your interest.
- Verification: We will carry out simple checks to confirm you are a registered nurse working in or moving into CHC.
- Invitation: Once verified, you will receive an invitation to our private social media groups and events.
- Engage: Introduce yourself, connect with members, and start benefiting from the network.
From your first day in the group, you will have access to hundreds of experienced CHC agency nurses ready to answer questions, share insights, and welcome you into the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community of Continuing Healthcare agency nurses offering peer support, networking, and professional development.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare, especially those in agency, bank, or independent roles, are welcome to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? The network is primarily focused on UK-based CHC practice, so most members are UK nurses working under the NHS CHC framework.
- How do I become a member? You can contact us via our website or communication channels, and once verified as a CHC nurse, you will be invited into our private groups.
- Does it cost anything to join? Membership details, including any fees if applicable, will be shared with you when you contact us to register your interest.
- What kind of support will I get from the network? You will receive 24/7 peer support, access to shared knowledge, guidance on CHC practice, and opportunities to discuss professional issues confidentially.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? We focus on community-based learning, shared resources, and events rather than formal accredited courses, but our network significantly supports your CHC learning.
- Are the social media groups confidential? Yes, our groups are private, invite-only, moderated, and run with strict expectations of professionalism and confidentiality.
- What types of events do you run? We host online and occasional in-person events such as Q&A sessions, discussion forums, informal meetups, and topic-based professional conversations.
- How will joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network benefit my career? Membership helps you build a strong professional network, stay informed about CHC developments, and gain confidence and expertise in Continuing Healthcare practice.
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