CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Support for CHC & Agency Nurses
A Professional Network for Continuing Healthcare & Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing, and complex care. We connect like‑minded professionals, provide specialist CHC education, and offer a safe space to share experiences, build confidence and grow your career. With around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals in our core network, we support nurses to navigate the pressures of practice, improve standards of care, and feel less isolated in their roles.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Supportive Community of CHC & Agency Nurses
Only another nurse truly understands the intensity, responsibility and emotional impact of nursing practice. Our CHC Agency Nurses Network brings together professionals who “get it” – creating a supportive, confidential environment where you can talk openly about daily challenges, complex CHC cases and professional concerns, 24‑7‑365.
Private, Invite-Only Social Media Groups
Members gain access to our private social media groups and online forums, where agency and CHC nurses share advice, resources and real‑world solutions. These confidential, invite-only spaces allow you to ask questions, debrief after difficult shifts, and get instant support from experienced colleagues across the UK.
Long-Term Professional & Personal Connections
Many nurses in our network go on to build long‑term friendships and professional partnerships. Our members regularly stay in touch beyond shifts and contracts, creating a strong sense of community that reduces isolation and supports wellbeing in an often high‑pressure working environment.
Specialist Training & Professional Development
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Focused Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist training and knowledge-sharing for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care, and agency roles. We help you deepen your understanding of CHC eligibility, assessment processes, commissioning frameworks and care planning, so you can advocate confidently for patients and deliver safe, person‑centred care.
Practical, Evidence-Based Sessions
Our learning opportunities are designed by experienced CHC and agency nurses who understand the realities of practice. We focus on practical, evidence-based content that you can apply immediately in your role, covering topics such as CHC assessments, multidisciplinary working, documentation, safeguarding, and complex case management.
Continuous Professional Development for Agency Nurses
We support your ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with regular events, peer learning, and shared resources. Whether you are new to CHC and agency work or an experienced practitioner, the network helps you stay current with policy changes, best practice guidance, and evolving clinical and legal frameworks.
Events, Workshops & Networking Opportunities
Regular Meet-Ups and Online Events
We run regular events – both online and in person – to bring our community of CHC and agency nurses together. These may include informal meet‑ups, structured workshops, Q&A sessions, and panel discussions on current issues in CHC, commissioning and agency nursing practice.
Sharing Real-World CHC & Agency Practice
Our events focus on real-world practice: nurses share what works, what doesn’t, and how they’ve navigated difficult situations in CHC, domiciliary care, residential settings and acute environments. This knowledge sharing helps members develop better strategies for complex cases, documentation and inter‑agency communication.
Networking That Builds Your Career
By engaging with other CHC and agency nurses, you can build a strong professional network that supports your future career moves. Many members hear about new roles, specialist opportunities and collaborative projects through our network, helping them to progress into advanced practice, advisory or leadership positions.
Support for CHC Processes, Documentation & Quality
Confidence in CHC Assessments and Reviews
Through shared experience and peer support, our network helps you feel more confident with CHC assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), MDT meetings, and review processes. Members regularly discuss case scenarios, documentation tips and approaches to advocating for fair CHC outcomes.
Best Practice in Care Planning & Complex Care
Nurses within the CHC Nurses Agency Network openly share best practice in care planning for adults and children with complex needs, learning disabilities, long‑term conditions and end‑of‑life care. This collaborative approach supports better, more person‑centred and compliant care delivery in all settings.
Quality, Compliance & Preparation for Inspections
Although we are primarily a peer network and support community, many members have extensive experience with CQC inspections, quality audits and commissioning reviews. Through our groups and events, nurses share practical tips to maintain high standards of documentation, governance and patient safety in agency and CHC work.
Wellbeing, Peer Support & Work-Life Balance
A Safe Space to Talk About the Realities of Nursing
Nursing can be emotionally and physically demanding, and agency work or CHC roles can sometimes feel isolating. Our network offers a safe, non‑judgemental space where you can talk honestly about burnout, stress, ethical dilemmas and workplace pressures with colleagues who understand.
Mutual Support 24-7-365
Because our community is active across different shifts and time zones, support is available 24-7-365. Whether you need quick advice on a CHC query or just someone to listen after a tough shift, there will usually be another nurse online to respond.
Encouraging Sustainable Nursing Careers
By combining professional development, peer support and social connection, the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps nurses build more sustainable, satisfying careers. Our aim is to make your professional life easier, better informed and less isolating, so you can continue delivering safe, compassionate care for longer.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Agency Nurses Working in All Care Settings
We welcome agency nurses working in hospitals, the community, care homes, hospice care, and domiciliary settings who want to connect with others, share learning and strengthen their practice.
Nurses Involved in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Our network is particularly valuable for nurses involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare – including assessors, case managers, community nurses, and those delivering CHC‑funded packages of care – who want to deepen their understanding and stay updated.
New and Experienced CHC & Agency Professionals
Whether you are just starting out in agency or CHC work or have many years of experience, you will find colleagues at all levels within our community. Everyone has something to contribute, and everyone has something to learn.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse or CHC professional looking for community, expert insight and practical support, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you. We welcome new members into our private social media groups and events, where you can connect with around 500 CHC and agency nursing professionals across the UK.
To join the CHC Nurses Agency Network or learn more about our groups and events, please get in touch via our website contact page or follow our sign‑up details on our social media platforms. Together, we can strengthen CHC practice, support each other, and improve outcomes for the people we care for.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community for agency and Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses offering peer support, learning and networking.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in agency roles, CHC, complex care or related fields is welcome to request membership.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership details, including any fees, are provided on our website or social media channels when you apply to join.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is accepted, you will receive an invitation and instructions to join our confidential, invite-only groups.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? We focus on peer-led learning, events and shared resources that enhance your understanding of CHC processes and best practice.
- How often do you run events or meet-ups? We run regular online and occasional in‑person events throughout the year, with dates and topics shared in our groups and on our platforms.
- Can student or newly qualified nurses join? Newly qualified and early‑career nurses with an interest in CHC or agency work are welcome, subject to our membership criteria.
- Is the network only for nurses in England? No, we welcome CHC and agency nurses from across the UK, including Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Are discussions in the group confidential? Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and we ask all members to follow strict confidentiality and professionalism guidelines.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via the contact form on our website or through our listed social media channels for membership and general enquiries.