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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
Your UK Hub for CHC Agency Nurses, Training and Professional Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support hub for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), social care and complex care across the UK.
We connect, train and empower CHC agency nurses, bringing together over 500 experienced CHC professionals in confidential online groups, live events and tailored learning programmes.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the intensity, responsibility and daily pressure that comes with clinical practice – especially in the complex area of Continuing Healthcare.
Our network exists to make your professional life easier, enhance your CHC knowledge and confidence, and give you a safe space to ask questions, share challenges and develop your career.
Professional Community & Peer Support for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is first and foremost a supportive peer community for agency nurses working in CHC and related fields.
We host private, invite-only social media groups where you can ask clinical and professional questions 24/7, share best practice and access real-time peer support from colleagues who truly understand your role.
A Safe, Relaxed Space for CHC Agency Nurses
Our online spaces are designed to be a relaxed, non-judgemental environment where you can talk openly about work, workload, contracts, clinical dilemmas and career planning.
Many members form strong professional networks and friendships that last for years, helping them navigate the realities of CHC nursing, agency work and complex caseloads.
Confidential, Invite‑Only CHC Nurse Groups
We actively protect the privacy of our members with confidential, invite-only groups dedicated to CHC agency nurses and related professionals.
Within these spaces, around 500 CHC agency nurses regularly share professional issues, case reflections, regulatory updates and practical tips – available 24‑7‑365.
Specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides focused training and education to help you deepen your expertise in Continuing Healthcare and complex care commissioning.
Our CHC training for nurses is designed specifically for agency and bank nurses working in community settings, assessment teams, case management and complex care services.
Topics typically covered include:
- Understanding the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework
- CHC eligibility assessments and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Care planning and evidencing primary health need
- CHC versus FNC (Funded Nursing Care) and joint packages
- Multidisciplinary team (MDT) working and documentation
- Risk management and safeguarding in complex community care
CHC & Complex DOL (Deprivation of Liberty) Application Training
We offer specialist sessions for nurses who need to understand CHC and Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes in community and institutional settings.
Training covers Complex DOL applications, legal frameworks, best interest decisions, and the interface between CHC funding, capacity assessments and human rights legislation.
Keeping Up with the CHC Regulatory Landscape
The regulatory and policy environment around CHC is constantly evolving, and nurses must stay up to date to remain safe and effective in practice.
Our network shares timely updates on policy changes, guidance, CQC expectations and NHS commissioning requirements, helping you remain compliant and confident in your decision‑making.
Consultancy & Support for CHC Teams and Healthcare Organisations
Alongside peer networking and training, the CHC Nurses Agency Network connects organisations with experienced CHC nurses and case managers who can provide consultancy and practical support.
We work with NHS ICBs, CHC teams, local authorities, care providers and complex care services looking to improve clinical practice, documentation and compliance around CHC.
Pre‑CQC Readiness, CHC Audits and Compliance Support
Experienced CHC nurses in our network can support you with pre‑CQC inspections, internal audits and CHC quality reviews.
Typical support includes reviewing care plans, CHC documentation, MDT records, policies and risk assessments to ensure they meet regulatory and commissioning standards.
Supporting Complex Transitions and Discharge Pathways
Transitions from hospital to home, care home or supported living are often challenging for CHC‑funded patients and their families.
Our network includes nurses with expertise in discharge planning, community pathways and step‑down CHC packages, helping organisations design safer, more coordinated transition processes.
Person‑Centred Support for People with Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Many CHC‑funded individuals have learning disabilities, autism or complex neurodisability, requiring highly individualised and collaborative care planning.
Members of our network have extensive experience in person‑centred planning, positive behaviour support and complex community packages for people with learning disabilities and additional health needs.
Creating Person‑Centred CHC Support Plans
We promote an approach that focuses on individual strengths, preferences and goals, not just clinical tasks or funding criteria.
Support plans are designed to promote independence, dignity, safety and quality of life, underpinned by evidence‑based practice and current CHC guidance.
Networking, Events and Ongoing CHC Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network organises regular online and in‑person events to help nurses connect, learn and grow in their CHC roles.
These include webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions, peer discussion groups and networking events focused on Continuing Healthcare, complex care and related topics.
Join Our Events, Learn and Connect
By attending our events, you can update your CHC knowledge, ask practical questions and gain insights directly from experienced CHC clinicians and case managers.
Events are also a powerful way to build your professional network, discover new opportunities and stay visible within the CHC agency nursing community.
Case Management Expertise to Improve CHC Outcomes
Many nurses in our network work as CHC case managers or within commissioning teams, coordinating complex care packages across multiple providers.
We share best practice in holistic assessment, multidisciplinary coordination, outcome‑focused care planning and resource optimisation.
Delivering Seamless, Person‑Centred CHC Packages
Our shared approach is rooted in seamless coordination and person‑centred care, ensuring that each CHC‑funded individual receives support that genuinely reflects their needs and preferences.
By pooling the experience of our community, we aim to improve quality of life, protect rights and uphold dignity for those receiving CHC‑funded care.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Access to a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK
- Private, confidential social media groups with 24‑7‑365 peer support
- Specialist CHC training, CPD opportunities and educational events
- Support with CHC assessments, documentation, DOL and care planning
- Insight into regulatory expectations, CQC requirements and commissioning standards
- Opportunities to share professional issues openly with colleagues who understand agency work
- A relaxed, friendly space to debrief, reflect and protect your own wellbeing
- Networking opportunities that can lead to new roles, contracts and long‑term professional connections
- Guidance for nurses who are new to CHC or moving into CHC case management
- A strong, united voice for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network is straightforward and open to registered nurses and allied professionals with an interest in CHC, complex care or case management.
Once you join, you will be invited into our private online groups, given access to event information, training updates and connected with peers who match your professional interests.
Contact Us and Get Connected
If you would like to join the network, discuss CHC training or explore consultancy support, we would be happy to hear from you.
Use our website contact form or phone details to get in touch with the CHC Nurses Agency Network and start building your CHC agency nurse community today.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 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 Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and related professionals with an interest in CHC, complex care or case management are welcome to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? The network is focused on agency and bank nurses, but we also welcome CHC case managers and other professionals involved in CHC pathways.
- What kind of CHC training do you provide? We offer training on CHC eligibility, the National Framework, DST completion, care planning, documentation and Complex DOL processes.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our invite‑only groups provide a confidential space where members can ask questions, share issues and support each other 24‑7‑365.
- Do you support organisations as well as individual nurses? Yes, we connect organisations with experienced CHC nurses who can assist with audits, training, case management and CQC readiness.
- Are your events and webinars CPD‑relevant? Many of our sessions are suitable for CPD and can support your professional development and revalidation evidence.
- Can you help nurses who are new to CHC? Absolutely, we regularly support nurses transitioning into CHC roles with guidance, resources and peer mentorship.
- Is there a fee to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership terms may vary over time, so please contact us directly for the latest information on joining and fees.
- How do I get in touch to join or learn more? You can contact us via our website or by phone to discuss membership, training opportunities and how the network can support you.
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