CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Events & Support

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network for specialist NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training, events, and peer support tailored to UK agency and community nurses. Access expert-led CHC and Community DOL courses, pre-CQC consultancy, and confidential invite-only groups. Stay compliant, build confidence with DSTs and complex discharges, and connect with a professional community that understands CHC practice.

CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community for UK Nurses

Empowering CHC Agency Nurses and Healthcare Organisations Across the UK

In today’s demanding healthcare environment, nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community services need specialist knowledge, strong professional networks, and ongoing support.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together experienced CHC nurses, bespoke training, and consultancy services to improve practice, ensure compliance, and enhance patient outcomes across the UK.

Who We Are: The CHC Nurses Agency Network

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy for nurses working in CHC, community care, and complex care settings.
We support agency nurses, case managers, and healthcare organisations with tailored training, regulatory guidance, CHC expertise, and peer support.

With a fast-growing core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide a confidential, invite-only space to share knowledge, discuss complex cases, and navigate the realities of modern nursing together.

A Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses

Building Professional Connections & Reducing Isolation

Agency nursing can be rewarding but also isolating.
Our Network offers a safe, supportive environment where only another nurse truly understands the pressures, workloads, and emotional demands of CHC and community practice.

Members benefit from:

  • Private, confidential social media groups open 24/7/365
  • Ongoing peer-to-peer support from experienced CHC nurses
  • Opportunities to share best practice, policies, and resources
  • Professional relationships that often develop into long-term friendships

Regular Events, Meet-Ups & Peer Learning

We host regular online and face-to-face events to bring our CHC nursing community together.
These include informal meet-ups, CPD sessions, specialist workshops, and CHC-focused networking events.

Our events allow agency nurses to:

  • Stay updated on CHC frameworks, policies, and case law
  • Discuss real-world challenges in Continuing Healthcare and community settings
  • Build professional contacts with CHC practitioners, case managers, and commissioners
  • Relax, debrief, and connect with colleagues who “get it”

Comprehensive CHC Training Programmes for Nurses

Specialist Training for CHC, DSTs & Community DOL

Our CHC training programmes are developed and delivered by highly experienced CHC nurses and clinicians.
They cover all core areas of NHS Continuing Healthcare and community practice, including:

  • CHC eligibility and national framework guidance
  • Decision Support Tool (DST) completion and contribution
  • Funded Nursing Care (FNC) and joint packages
  • Care planning for complex physical, mental health, and LD needs
  • Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) applications and compliance
  • Documentation, evidence gathering, and robust clinical justification

Benefits of Our CHC Training for Agency Nurses

Our courses are designed for agency nurses working in CHC, community, domiciliary, and complex care environments.
By attending, you will:

  • Gain a clear, practical understanding of CHC regulations and processes
  • Improve confidence in assessments, documentation, and multidisciplinary working
  • Enhance care standards, patient safety, and clinical outcomes
  • Strengthen compliance with NHS, CQC, and safeguarding frameworks
  • Support your career development and progression within CHC and community roles

Expert Healthcare Consultancy Services for Organisations

Pre-CQC & Quality Compliance Support

For providers and organisations, we offer consultancy and advisory services to support safe, high-quality care delivery.
Our team can assist with:

  • Pre-CQC assessments and quality assurance reviews
  • Identifying compliance gaps and areas for improvement
  • Action plans to strengthen governance, documentation, and care planning
  • Staff coaching on CHC, risk management, and person-centred care

Transitions of Care & Complex Discharge Planning

Transitions such as hospital to home, community placements, or step-down care require expert coordination.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network can support organisations and practitioners with:

  • Safe, person-centred discharge and transition planning
  • CHC-funded and joint-funded package coordination
  • Risk assessments and contingency planning
  • Multi-agency communication and family liaison

Person-Centred LD Care & Support Input

Many of our members specialise in Learning Disabilities (LD), autism, and complex behavioural needs.
We can support teams to develop and review LD care plans that:

  • Promote independence, choice, and dignity
  • Incorporate Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles
  • Address health inequalities and reasonable adjustments
  • Reflect legal, clinical, and human rights-based approaches

Specialist CHC & Community DOL Training

Our specialised courses on NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) are designed to give nurses the skills to practice safely and compliantly in complex community settings.
Participants leave confident in handling CHC assessments, appeals, community DOL applications, and robust evidencing.

Why Choose Our CHC & Community DOL Training?

  • Expert trainers with extensive frontline CHC and community experience
  • Up-to-date knowledge of the NHS CHC National Framework, MCA, and DOL
  • Practical, case-based learning rooted in real scenarios
  • Templates, checklists, and tools for immediate workplace application
  • Content aligned with CQC, safeguarding, and governance expectations

CHC Events, Workshops & Networking Opportunities

Keeping up with policy and practice changes in CHC is essential for safe and effective care.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and supports:

  • CHC-focused webinars and workshops
  • Professional networking events for agency and bank nurses
  • Discussion sessions on recent case law, policy updates, and best practice
  • Informal online spaces for reflection and peer supervision-style support

These events help nurses and organisations remain compliant, evidence good practice, and continuously improve care quality.

Case Management Input & Coordination Support

Within our Network are nurses experienced in case management, complex care coordination, and CHC package oversight.
We work collaboratively with families, providers, commissioners, and MDTs to ensure:

  • Person-centred, outcome-focused care planning
  • Clear communication and coordinated care across services
  • Clinical, legal, and emotional needs are fully considered
  • Robust, defensible documentation and risk management

Why Join or Partner with the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Whether you are an individual agency nurse, a staffing agency, or a healthcare provider, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers:

  • A supportive professional community that understands CHC and agency work
  • Access to specialist CHC and community training to build your skills and career
  • Healthcare consultancy and pre-CQC support for organisations
  • Opportunities to network, learn, and collaborate with CHC experts
  • A trusted space to explore real practice issues 24-7-365 via invite-only groups

Our mission is to raise standards in CHC and community nursing while making your professional life easier, safer, and more rewarding.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network Today

If you are an agency nurse working in CHC or community care, or an organisation seeking CHC expertise, we invite you to connect with us.
Join our Network, access our private social media groups, attend our events, and tap into the combined knowledge of hundreds of CHC professionals across the UK.

Get in touch today to learn more about membership, training, or consultancy support, and start benefiting from a community built by CHC nurses, for CHC nurses.

FAQs

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community and consultancy supporting agency nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare and community care across the UK.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, bank nurses, and other registered nurses working in CHC, community, complex care, and domiciliary settings are welcome to join.
  3. Do you offer CHC training for individual nurses? Yes, we provide specialist CHC training and CPD sessions tailored to agency and community nursing practice.
  4. Can healthcare organisations access your consultancy services? Yes, we support providers, agencies, and services with CHC expertise, pre-CQC assessments, and quality improvement.
  5. How does the Network support nurses day-to-day? We run confidential invite-only social media groups where members share professional issues, advice, and peer support 24-7-365.
  6. Do you run events or workshops? Yes, we host regular online and in-person events, workshops, and networking sessions focused on CHC, community practice, and professional development.
  7. Is your training aligned with the NHS CHC National Framework? All CHC-related training is based on the latest NHS CHC National Framework and relevant legislation and guidance.
  8. Can you help with Community DOL and MCA issues? We offer training and guidance on Community DOL, the Mental Capacity Act, and related documentation and risk management.
  9. Is the Network suitable for nurses working with Learning Disabilities? Yes, many of our members work in LD and autism services, and we share best practice and resources specific to these areas.
  10. How do I get in touch or apply to join? You can contact us via our website, email, or social media to enquire about membership, training dates, or organisational support.

Partner with the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to strengthen your practice, grow your career, and deliver safer, higher-quality care in CHC and community settings.