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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Support, Training & Community for Agency Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses, Training & Professional Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK-based community and consultancy created by nurses, for nurses, with a focus on Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency working, and professional development. We connect CHC agency nurses across the UK, provide expert training and practical guidance, and offer a safe, supportive space to share experiences and solve real-world challenges in health and social care.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility, and emotional demands of the job. Our network exists to bring CHC agency nurses together, reduce isolation, and strengthen knowledge around CHC processes, assessments, commissioning, and compliant practice.
Through our invite-only social media groups, regular online and in-person events, and tailored consultancy services, we help CHC agency nurses build lasting professional relationships, gain confidence in complex CHC work, and deliver safe, person-centred care across a wide range of settings.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a growing community of around 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals who share knowledge, opportunities, and peer support 24/7/365. Our private, confidential online groups and events make it easier for nurses to:
- Ask questions about CHC assessments, MDTs, and eligibility
- Share experiences of working with ICBs, local authorities, and CQC-regulated providers
- Discuss professional and ethical issues that arise in CHC practice
- Access mentoring, guidance and informal supervision from experienced peers
- Stay up to date with policy changes, best practice and case law affecting CHC
Many nurses within our network become friends and remain connected for years, building a strong, trusted community that supports both personal wellbeing and career progression.
Our Core Services: CHC Training, Consultancy & Peer Support for Nurses
Specialist CHC Training for Agency Nurses
Comprehensive Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training Courses
We offer specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training tailored to agency nurses and CHC practitioners across the UK. Our programmes are designed to deepen understanding of:
- CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) completion and best practice
- Effective contribution to Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings
- Care planning and case management for CHC-funded individuals
- Funding routes, appeals, and dispute resolution
Delivered by experienced CHC nurse trainers, these courses give agency nurses the confidence to navigate complex CHC processes, improve documentation, and work effectively with commissioners and providers whilst remaining compliant with national guidance.
CQC Awareness, Readiness & Quality Practice
Many CHC agency nurses work in CQC-regulated settings, where understanding quality standards and regulatory expectations is essential. We provide guidance and training to help nurses:
- Understand key CQC regulations and fundamental standards
- Align their practice with safe, effective, responsive, caring and well-led principles
- Prepare for involvement in CQC inspections and quality audits
- Contribute effectively to evidence gathering and action planning
This support helps CHC agency nurses protect their professional registration, uphold high standards of care, and add value to the organisations they work with.
Learning Disability (LD), Autism & Complex Needs in CHC
A significant proportion of CHC-funded individuals live with learning disabilities, autism, and complex health needs. Our network supports nurses in developing skills to deliver:
- Person-centred assessments and care planning
- Support that promotes independence, dignity and choice
- Safe, least-restrictive practice in line with MCA and DoLS/Liberty Protection Safeguards
- Collaborative working with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
We share best practice, resources and case examples to ensure CHC nurses feel equipped to manage even the most complex cases safely and compassionately.
Support with CHC Casework, Transitions & Professional Issues
Guidance on Complex CHC Cases & Care Transitions
Transitions between hospital, home, and community settings can be clinically and emotionally challenging – especially where CHC funding, risk management, and commissioning responsibilities are involved. Through our network and consultancy, we support nurses with:
- Planning and coordinating safe discharges and transfers
- Ensuring continuity of care and clear communication between services
- Managing risk, safeguarding and escalation appropriately
- Advocating for individuals and families within the CHC process
Our aim is to help CHC agency nurses manage transitions smoothly, improve outcomes for people with complex needs, and uphold high professional standards.
Informal Case Discussion, Mentoring & Peer Review
Through our private online groups, CHC agency nurses can discuss anonymised scenarios, seek peer input on difficult cases, and share learning from practice. This includes:
- Exploring clinical reasoning and decision-making in CHC
- Reflecting on ethical dilemmas and professional boundaries
- Receiving informal mentoring and peer feedback
- Sharing templates, tools and resources that support good practice
This collaborative approach helps nurses continue developing their skills, build confidence in CHC, and feel less isolated in demanding roles.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is run by nurses who actively work or have worked in Continuing Healthcare and agency roles across the UK. We understand the realities of:
- Managing heavy caseloads and tight timescales
- Balancing clinical quality, funding pressures and family expectations
- Navigating ICB policies, local variations and evolving guidance
- Working as an agency professional across multiple organisations
This lived experience means our advice, training and support are practical, realistic, and grounded in frontline CHC practice.
A Safe, Supportive Space to Connect & Relax
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is also a place to relax and unwind with people who genuinely understand your work. We:
- Run regular online meetups and events for our community
- Encourage open, respectful discussion of professional and personal wellbeing
- Promote work–life balance and mental health awareness for nurses
- Help members build lasting friendships and supportive peer networks
Many of our members stay connected for years, creating a strong community that supports both career growth and emotional resilience.
Confidential, Invite-Only Social Media Groups
We host several confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC agency nurses can connect 24-7-365. Within these groups, you can:
- Share professional issues in a non-judgemental environment
- Ask for advice, tips and resources from peers
- Hear about training opportunities and upcoming events
- Stay updated on CHC policy, guidance and case law
All discussions are moderated to protect confidentiality and maintain a safe, professional environment for our members.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our network is ideal for:
- Agency nurses regularly working in CHC roles
- Registered nurses new to Continuing Healthcare who want to learn and grow
- Experienced CHC assessors, case managers and reviewers seeking peer connection
- Nurses transitioning from acute, community or social care roles into CHC
- Independent practitioners and consultants involved in CHC commissioning and casework
Whether you are at the start of your CHC journey or a seasoned practitioner, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers learning, connection and support tailored to your needs.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively involved or interested in CHC and agency nursing. Joining is straightforward:
- Get in touch: Contact us via our website or email to express your interest in joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
- Verification: We briefly verify your professional background to maintain a safe, nurse-only environment.
- Invitation: You will receive invitations to our private social media groups and notified of upcoming events.
- Get involved: Start connecting, asking questions, sharing insights, and accessing training and support.
By joining our network, you gain access to a trusted community of CHC agency nurses, specialist knowledge, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Connect with the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse – or planning to move into CHC work – and want a supportive, knowledgeable community around you, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help.
From CHC-focused training and guidance to peer support and networking, our aim is to make your professional life easier, safer, and more rewarding, while ultimately improving outcomes for the people you care for.
Contact us today to find out more about joining our network, accessing our groups, or arranging CHC-specific training and support for you or your organisation.
FAQs About the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), offering training, support, and confidential peer networks.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses who work, or are interested in working, in CHC and agency roles in the UK are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is on agency nurses in CHC, but we also welcome nurses in permanent CHC roles who are seeking peer connection and learning.
- What kind of CHC training do you provide? We provide training on CHC eligibility, Checklists, DSTs, MDTs, case management, appeals, and best practice under the National Framework.
- How do your private social media groups work? Once verified, members receive invitations to confidential, invite-only groups where they can share issues, ask questions, and network 24/7.
- Do you offer support with complex CHC cases? Yes, we offer guidance, peer discussion, and consultancy support to help nurses manage complex CHC assessments, reviews, and care transitions.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Some aspects of the network are free, while specific training sessions or consultancy packages may carry a fee, depending on your needs.
- Can organisations work with you to support their CHC staff? Yes, we partner with agencies, ICBs and providers to deliver CHC-focused training, support and professional development for their nursing staff.
- How do I apply to join the network? You can apply by contacting us via our website or email, after which we will verify your details and send invites to our private groups.
- Where is the CHC Nurses Agency Network based? We are UK-based and support CHC nurses nationwide through online events, social media groups, and remote training.
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