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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses

Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and resource hub for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care across the UK.
We bring together experienced CHC professionals to share knowledge, develop skills, and support one another in a demanding and highly specialised area of nursing.

Our mission is to strengthen CHC nursing practice, promote high-quality, person-centred care, and give agency nurses a trusted place to connect, learn, and grow.
Through specialist CHC training, peer support, and regular community events, we help nurses stay up to date with CHC frameworks, funding pathways, and CQC compliance.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community of more than 500 Continuing Healthcare agency nurses who work in a variety of settings, including:
NHS Continuing Healthcare, community complex care, domiciliary care, learning disability services, and independent providers.

We run confidential, invite-only social media groups and regular events where CHC nurses can relax, share experiences, and access practical support.
Many nurses in our network become lifelong friends and trusted colleagues, creating a strong, supportive environment that understands the unique pressures of CHC nursing.

Our network is open to new and experienced CHC agency nurses who want to:

• Develop their knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex case management.
• Build professional contacts and strengthen their CHC career path.
• Access specialist CHC training, workshops, and resources.
• Share professional issues 24/7 with peers who truly understand the role.
• Stay informed about policy changes, CHC frameworks, and CQC expectations.

Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Agency Nurses

Expert CHC Training Courses for Agency Nurses

Deepening Your Knowledge of CHC Frameworks and Eligibility

We provide specialised Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training designed specifically for agency nurses who work within NHS CHC, complex community care, and funded packages of care.
Our courses are delivered by experienced CHC nurses who understand the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS-funded Nursing Care and its application in practice.

Training modules cover key areas such as:

• CHC eligibility assessments and understanding the Decision Support Tool (DST).
• Care planning and case coordination for CHC-funded patients.
• Navigating Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and professional reporting.
• Managing complex care needs in community and home settings.
• Working effectively with CHC commissioners and case managers.

Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced agency nurse needing a refresher on updates to the CHC framework, our programmes are designed to support your development and build your confidence.

Improving Compliance, Documentation and Quality of Care

Our CHC training helps nurses meet CQC standards and organisational policies through clear, practical teaching.
We focus on:

• Robust clinical documentation aligned with CHC and CQC requirements.
• Risk assessment and safe care planning for complex needs.
• Delivering person-centred, legally compliant care in patients’ homes and community settings.
• Understanding your professional responsibilities and accountability in CHC packages.

Nurses who complete our training gain greater confidence in delivering safe, effective care that supports positive outcomes for CHC patients and protects their own professional practice.

Workshops on Care Transitions and Complex Discharges

Supporting Safe Transitions Between Hospital and Community

Transitions between hospital, community services, and home care are critical points for patients receiving Continuing Healthcare.
Our workshops help CHC agency nurses understand their role in:

• Supporting hospital discharge planning and CHC assessment processes.
• Coordinating information-sharing between providers to maintain continuity of care.
• Preventing avoidable readmissions by implementing safe discharge and follow-up plans.

We equip nurses with the knowledge and tools to make care transitions safe, coordinated, and patient-centred, with clear communication across teams.

Practical Skills for Effective CHC Case Management

Our practical sessions support nurses to:

• Develop individualised transition and escalation plans for complex patients.
• Apply risk management and safeguarding principles in community settings.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers and CHC commissioners.
• Use structured handovers and communication tools (e.g. SBAR) to enhance safety.

These skills are essential for agency nurses managing high-acuity packages, ensuring that patients experience safe, well-coordinated care across all settings.

Peer Support, Networking and Community for CHC Agency Nurses

A Private, Supportive Space for CHC Professionals

24/7 Peer Support Through Invite-Only Groups

We know that only another nurse truly understands the emotional and practical pressures of CHC nursing, including lone working, complex family dynamics, and high clinical responsibility.
That is why we have created a set of confidential, invite-only social media groups exclusively for CHC agency nurses.

Inside these groups, nurses:

• Share clinical dilemmas and professional issues in a respectful, supportive environment.
• Ask questions about CHC processes, frameworks and paperwork.
• Discuss best practice for complex care in community and home settings.
• Support each other with work-life balance, wellbeing and resilience.

The network operates 24-7-365, meaning you are never alone when you need advice, reassurance, or simply a listening ear from people who genuinely understand your work.

Regular Events, Meet-Ups and Learning Sessions

Building Real Connections Beyond the Shift

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together.
These include:

• Informal meet-ups where nurses can relax and connect socially.
• Networking evenings to meet colleagues from different agencies and regions.
• Topical discussion sessions on current developments in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
• CPD-focused webinars and workshops led by experienced CHC clinicians.

Many members build strong friendships and supportive professional relationships that last years beyond any single assignment, creating a stable network in an often fragmented agency environment.

Support for High-Quality, Person-Centred CHC and Complex Care

Uplifting Standards of CHC Practice

Helping Nurses Deliver Safe, Person-Centred CHC Care

Our network and training are built around the principles of person-centred care, safety, and dignity, particularly for people with complex and long-term health needs who receive CHC funding.
We help CHC agency nurses to:

• Understand and work within the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework.
• Deliver evidence-based, individually tailored interventions.
• Respect and promote patient choice, independence, and quality of life.
• Communicate effectively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams.

By supporting nurses to stay informed, confident and connected, the CHC Nurses Agency Network contributes to better outcomes for patients and safer services across the CHC system.

Confidence with CQC Standards and Professional Accountability

Working Safely Within Regulatory Requirements

Agency nurses often work across multiple providers and settings, each with their own policies and expectations.
We help nurses understand how to:

• Maintain CQC-compliant documentation wherever they are placed.
• Protect their NMC registration through safe, accountable practice.
• Navigate incident reporting, escalation, and safeguarding procedures.
• Align their work with provider policies and CHC commissioners’ requirements.

This support helps agency nurses feel more secure professionally, while also giving providers and commissioners confidence in the quality of care delivered by CHC agency staff.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Benefits for CHC Agency Nurses

Professional Growth, Peer Support and Better Work-Life Balance

Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to:

• A supportive community of over 500 CHC agency nurses.
• Specialist CHC training to strengthen your knowledge and skills.
• Regular events and networking opportunities online and in person.
• 24/7 access to confidential peer support via invite-only groups.
• Updates on policy changes, CHC processes and best practice.

Our aim is to make your professional life as a CHC agency nurse easier, safer, and more rewarding, while supporting your wellbeing and career development.

A Network Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is run by professionals who understand agency nursing from the inside.
We know the pressures, the isolation that can come with lone working, and the responsibility of managing complex care in people’s homes.

By joining us, you become part of a genuine community that values your contribution, supports your growth, and recognises the importance of the work you do every day.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

We welcome registered nurses currently working, or planning to work, within NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or high-acuity community nursing.
To join:

• Visit our website and complete the membership or contact form.
• We will verify your details and send an invitation to our private social media groups.
• You will then be able to access events, training updates, and ongoing peer support.

If you are an agency, provider or commissioner interested in connecting your CHC nurses with our network, please contact us to discuss group access and collaboration opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community and support hub for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses currently working, or planning to work, in CHC or complex community care with agencies or providers can apply to join.
3. Is the network only for NHS CHC nurses? No, we welcome nurses working in NHS, independent, and community settings involved in CHC-funded or complex care packages.
4. What kind of training do you offer? We offer specialist training on CHC frameworks, eligibility, care planning, documentation, care transitions, and safe community practice.
5. How do your private social media groups work? Once verified, members are invited into confidential, invite-only groups where they can share professional questions, experiences, and support 24/7.
6. Do you organise events for CHC agency nurses? Yes, we host regular online and in-person meet-ups, networking sessions, webinars, and CPD-focused workshops.
7. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership options may vary over time, so please check our website or contact us directly for current details on fees, if any.
8. Can agencies or providers connect multiple nurses to your network? Yes, we welcome collaboration with agencies and providers who wish to link their CHC nurses into our community and training.
9. Does the network provide clinical supervision or formal advice? We provide peer support, shared learning and signposting, but individual nurses remain responsible for their own professional decisions and NMC standards.
10. How do I get started with joining? Simply complete the contact or membership form on our website and we will guide you through the next steps to join the network and access our groups.

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