CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist CHC Nursing Community, Training & Support
Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community created by and for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses, agency nurses and healthcare professionals who work within CHC, community settings and complex care.
We bring together a core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals through confidential, invite-only groups, regular events and specialist resources designed to support your nursing career, improve CHC practice and enhance patient outcomes.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and daily stress of nursing. Our network gives you a safe, supportive place to connect with peers who “get it”, share real‑world experience and access expert guidance on CHC, CQC expectations, community DoL, care planning and best practice.
A Dedicated Professional Network for CHC & Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Connect, Share and Grow
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a mailing list – it is an active, supportive community where CHC and agency nurses can relax, network and de‑stress while still focusing on professional development.
We run private social media groups and online spaces where members share professional issues 24‑7‑365, from complex CHC eligibility queries to care planning dilemmas, workforce challenges and regulatory questions – always in a confidential, respectful environment.
Many nurses in our network become long‑term friends and trusted colleagues, staying in touch and supporting one another throughout their CHC nursing careers.
Regular Events, Webinars and Peer Learning
To keep our community connected, we host regular online and in‑person events tailored to CHC and agency nursing, including:
- Practical Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training sessions and refreshers
- Webinars on National Framework updates, funding and legal changes
- Peer‑to‑peer case discussion sessions and reflective practice groups
- Networking events to build professional contacts and opportunities
- Informal meet‑ups and social events just for CHC and agency nurses
Our events are designed to make your working life easier, deepen your understanding of CHC and connect you with nurses who share the same pressures, specialist knowledge and values.
Specialist Support in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Expert Guidance on CHC Eligibility and Funding
Our network is a hub for up‑to‑date CHC knowledge, supporting nurses who work with CHC assessments, reviews and complex care packages.
Through shared resources and expert‑led sessions we cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) best practice
- Evidence‑based documentation and clinical rationales
- Navigating funding decisions, appeals and reviews
- Working effectively with CHC teams, local authorities and providers
This practical CHC support helps our members deliver safe, person‑centred, defensible care for people with complex health needs in both community and residential settings.
Community DoL and Complex Care Planning
Members also benefit from shared experience and training around community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL), MCA considerations and complex care planning in the community.
We explore:
- Applying Department of Health & Social Care guidance in real practice
- Building robust, defensible community care plans
- Balancing risk, safety, choice and independence
- Collaborating effectively with families, MDTs and commissioners
By sharing case examples and solutions from across the network, we help CHC and agency nurses to streamline processes, reduce stress and improve patient experience.
CQC Awareness and Organisational Standards for Agency Nurses
Understanding CQC Expectations in CHC & Agency Work
While we are first and foremost a nursing network, our members regularly discuss and share information on CQC requirements, quality standards and regulatory expectations in the settings they work in.
Through our groups and events, CHC and agency nurses can:
- Stay informed about CQC focus areas and current themes
- Share learning from inspections and quality reviews
- Discuss documentation, safe practice and professional accountability
- Access peer support on whistleblowing, safeguarding and concerns
This collective knowledge helps agency and CHC nurses remain confident, compliant and prepared wherever they are placed.
Promoting Continuous Quality Improvement
Our community naturally supports a culture of continuous improvement; by sharing what works (and what doesn’t), nurses across different providers can raise standards together for CHC, complex care and community nursing.
In turn, this benefits patients, families, commissioners and providers, and reinforces the professional reputation of CHC and agency nurses nationally.
Support for Learning Disabilities (LD) and Complex Needs
Person‑Centred Practice for LD & Autism
Many nurses in the CHC Nurses Agency Network work with individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural needs in community, residential and supported living environments.
Within the network we share person‑centred approaches that prioritise dignity, independence and safety, including:
- Developing individualised care and support plans
- Promoting choice, communication and inclusion
- Working with families, advocates and MDTs
- Reducing restrictive practice and supporting positive risk‑taking
This helps CHC and agency nurses to provide compassionate, evidence‑based care for people with LD and complex needs.
Sharing Evidence‑Based Strategies and Resources
Members exchange research‑informed tools, guidance and resources on LD and complex care, from sensory strategies and PBS approaches to communication tools and risk assessment frameworks.
By pooling expertise, the network enables nurses to adapt care plans proactively as individuals’ needs, preferences and circumstances change.
Career Development and Case Management Insight
Building a Stronger CHC & Agency Nursing Career
The CHC Nurses Agency Network actively supports career growth by helping nurses to:
- Understand CHC‑specific roles and opportunities
- Access mentoring, coaching and informal advice from experienced peers
- Strengthen assessment, clinical reasoning and report‑writing skills
- Explore specialist paths such as case management, clinical leadership and consultancy
Our aim is to help you shape the CHC nursing career that suits your skills, values and lifestyle, whether you are new to agency work or highly experienced in CHC.
Insight into Case Management and Coordinated Care
Many members work as or alongside case managers, CHC assessors and care coordinators, bringing rich insight into how multidisciplinary teams can work together effectively.
Through shared learning, nurses can better understand:
- The full care pathway for CHC‑funded individuals
- How to coordinate health, social care and community resources
- Strategies to improve continuity, communication and patient experience
This systems‑level understanding supports holistic, person‑centred care in CHC, community and agency contexts.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community That Truly Understands CHC & Agency Nursing
Our network is built on the simple truth that nurses understand nurses; we know the realities of CHC decision‑making, staffing pressures, last‑minute bookings, on‑call demands and complex family dynamics.
By joining, you gain access to hundreds of colleagues who share your specialist world and can offer empathy, practical tips and honest conversation.
Confidential, Invite‑Only Professional Groups
We operate confidential, invite‑only social media groups to protect both nurses and patients, ensuring that discussions remain professional, ethical and compliant with NMC standards.
This secure environment means you can ask questions freely, reflect openly and learn safely alongside experienced CHC and agency nurses.
Shared Knowledge, Less Stress, Better Care
Our mission is to make your life easier as a CHC or agency nurse by reducing isolation, providing quick access to peer expertise and helping you to stay updated without spending hours searching alone.
In turn, this shared knowledge supports better decision‑making, safer practice and improved outcomes for the people and families you care for.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are registered nurses working in CHC, agency nursing, complex care or related fields, and who share our commitment to high‑quality, person‑centred care.
To express interest in joining our private groups and upcoming events, please contact us via our website or the contact details provided; once verified, you’ll receive invitations to our confidential social media communities and events calendar.
Become part of a supportive, knowledgeable and proactive CHC nursing network that can help you grow professionally while feeling less alone in the work you do every day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a professional community for CHC and agency nurses to connect, share knowledge and access specialist support.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, agency nursing, complex care or related community roles are welcome to apply.
- Is membership to the network free? Core access to our professional community and discussion groups is free for eligible nurses.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Contact us through our website and, once verified, you will receive an invitation to our confidential, invite‑only groups.
- What kind of events do you run? We run webinars, training sessions, networking events, case discussions and informal meet‑ups focused on CHC and agency nursing.
- Do you offer CHC training and updates? Yes, we share CHC resources and provide events that cover eligibility, DST use, documentation and National Framework updates.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Our primary focus is on UK nurses working within the NHS, CHC and UK agency sector, though others with relevant roles may enquire.
- Are discussions in the group confidential? Yes, our groups are invite‑only and moderated to ensure professional, confidential and ethical discussion without patient‑identifiable information.
- Can student nurses or newly qualified nurses join? Newly qualified and early‑career nurses with an interest in CHC or agency work are encouraged to enquire about joining.
- How often are members active in the network? Our community is active 24‑7‑365, with nurses posting questions, sharing updates and supporting each other every day.