CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
A supportive professional network for CHC agency nurses across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated online and in-person community created exclusively for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community settings. We bring together agency nurses, case managers, and CHC professionals to share knowledge, improve practice, and make day-to-day working life easier, less isolating, and more rewarding.
We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressures, responsibilities, and emotional demands of CHC nursing. That is why our network focuses on peer support, professional development, and practical guidance around CHC processes, CQC expectations, clinical documentation, and safe patient care in the community.
Through private, invite-only social media groups and regular networking events, our community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays connected 24/7/365, sharing real-world experience, advice, and encouragement.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A safe, relaxed space just for CHC agency nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to be a relaxed, confidential space where you can talk openly with other CHC agency nurses who truly understand your workload and challenges. Whether you want to debrief after a difficult shift, ask a clinical question, or get support with CHC paperwork, there is always someone in the network who can help.
Build professional connections and long-term friendships
Working as an agency nurse can sometimes feel isolating, particularly in CHC roles that span multiple teams and locations. Our network helps you to build strong professional connections and genuine friendships with colleagues across the UK. Many nurses who join our community stay connected for years, forming valuable support systems beyond the workplace.
Regular events, learning sessions and meet-ups
We organise regular online and in-person events, including networking meet-ups, discussion groups, and practical sessions focused on key areas of CHC nursing. These events are an opportunity to share knowledge, stay updated on best practice, and meet other agency nurses in a welcoming, informal environment.
24/7 professional support through private groups
Our core CHC agency nurse community stays in touch via confidential, invite-only social media groups. Here you can raise professional questions, share experiences, and get quick peer-to-peer advice at any time of day or night. The network is active 24-7-365, so you are never without support, no matter when you work.
What the CHC Nurses Agency Network Offers
1. Peer Support for CHC & Community Nursing
Our network exists first and foremost to provide peer support for CHC agency nurses. Members share insights on CHC assessments, care planning, multidisciplinary working, and managing complex community caseloads, helping you to feel more confident and less alone in your role.
2. Guidance on CHC Processes & Best Practice
We openly discuss Continuing Healthcare (CHC) processes, including eligibility criteria, checklists, Decision Support Tool (DST) meetings, commissioning expectations, and documentation standards. By learning from colleagues with extensive CHC experience, you can strengthen your own practice and decision-making.
3. Support Around CQC Expectations in Community Settings
Although the network is not a formal consultancy service, we do share practical experiences related to CQC expectations, safe practice, and governance in community and CHC settings. Nurses within the network regularly discuss policies, documentation, audits, and quality standards relevant to agency roles.
4. Professional Development and Career Growth
The CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you to develop your professional career in nursing. Members share opportunities for training, specialist roles, leadership positions, and advanced practice in CHC and community care. You can also gain informal mentorship from more experienced CHC nurses within the group.
5. Social Connection and Wellbeing
Working shifts and covering complex cases can be emotionally demanding. Our network provides social connection, camaraderie, and wellbeing support, giving you a place to unwind, share experiences, and receive encouragement from colleagues who genuinely understand the pressures of CHC agency work.
How the CHC Nurses Agency Network Works
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to an established, supportive community of CHC and community nurses. We keep the network professional, confidential, and nurse-led, ensuring discussions remain focused on improving care, supporting each other, and sharing knowledge.
Our Community Approach
We take a collaborative, non-hierarchical approach where every nurse’s voice is valued. Members are encouraged to ask questions, contribute their experience, and support one another without judgement. The network is built on trust, respect, and shared commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care in CHC and community settings.
Private, Invite-Only Social Media Groups
Core communication within the CHC Nurses Agency Network happens through invite-only social media groups. These groups are monitored to maintain professionalism and confidentiality, and access is restricted to CHC and community nurses who meet our membership criteria.
Regular Networking & Learning Events
We host regular events to bring our community together, including online sessions and face-to-face meet-ups where possible. Topics often include CHC processes, documentation tips, managing complex caseloads, professional boundaries, and self-care for nurses working in high-pressure roles.
Open Sharing of Professional Issues 24-7-365
Members are able to share professional issues around the clock, from questions about clinical practice and CHC frameworks to practical concerns about agency working, rota challenges, or communication with multidisciplinary teams. There is almost always someone available to respond, guide, or simply listen.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network welcomes:
- Registered Nurses working in CHC roles via agencies
- Community nurses involved in CHC-funded packages of care
- Agency nurses regularly working in CHC, community, or complex care settings
- Experienced CHC professionals who wish to share knowledge and support others
If you are unsure whether the network is right for you, simply get in touch and we can advise on suitability and access.
Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Connect with a core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses across the UK
- Access confidential, invite-only support groups active 24/7
- Attend regular networking and learning events
- Share and receive practical guidance on CHC processes
- Feel less isolated and more supported in your agency role
- Develop your professional confidence and career prospects
- Build long-term friendships and peer mentorships
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Becoming part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network means gaining a reliable, understanding professional community that will stand beside you throughout your CHC and community nursing career. Whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced, you will find value in shared learning, mutual support, and ongoing connection.
If you would like to join our private social media groups, attend events, or learn more about how the network works, we welcome new members and are happy to guide you through the next steps.
Get in Touch with the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Ready to connect with other CHC agency nurses and grow your professional network? Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to request access to our private groups and find out about upcoming events. Join a community that understands your work, supports your wellbeing, and shares your commitment to high-quality CHC nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community roles across the UK.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in CHC, community, or complex care roles via agencies are welcome to apply to join the network.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Details about any membership costs or fees are provided when you contact us to enquire about joining.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once accepted into the network, you will receive an invitation and simple instructions to join our confidential, invite-only groups.
- What kind of support can I expect? You can expect peer-to-peer support, shared experience, informal guidance on CHC processes, and professional encouragement from other nurses.
- Do you provide formal training or consultancy? The network focuses on peer support and shared learning, and while members share expertise, it is not a formal training or consultancy service.
- Are the discussions within the network confidential? Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and members are expected to maintain professional confidentiality at all times.
- How often do you run events? We run regular online and, where possible, in-person events throughout the year for networking and shared learning.
- Can I join if I am new to CHC nursing? Yes, nurses who are new to CHC are welcome and often find the network especially supportive for learning and confidence-building.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website contact form or through the contact details provided by your agency or network representative.