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CHC Agency Nurses Network
A Professional Community for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
Welcome to the CHC Agency Nurses Network
The CHC Agency Nurses Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related agency roles across the UK. Our aim is to connect CHC agency nurses, support your professional development, and make working life easier through shared knowledge, networking, and specialist guidance.
We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the demands, pressures, and responsibilities of our work. That is why we have created a safe, supportive and confidential space where CHC nurses can learn, share, and grow together – from clinical practice and CHC assessments to care planning, compliance, and career progression.
What Is the CHC Agency Nurses Network?
The CHC Agency Nurses Network is a growing, invitation-only community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals connected through private social media groups and regular events. Members use the network to:
- Build lasting professional contacts and friendships
- Discuss complex CHC-related cases and share best practice
- Access peer support 24/7/365 in a confidential environment
- Stay updated on CHC frameworks, CQC expectations and policy changes
- Discover opportunities to develop and progress in CHC and agency nursing
Many nurses who join our network remain in touch for years, developing strong professional relationships and personal friendships that provide both practical and emotional support throughout their careers.
Core Benefits of Joining CHC Agency Nurses Network
A Safe Place to Connect and Unwind
The CHC Agency Nurses Network is a great place to relax, feel understood, and talk openly with other nurses who know what Continuing Healthcare and agency work really involve. Members regularly share day-to-day challenges, professional dilemmas and successes in a supportive, non-judgemental space.
Professional Networking and Peer Support
Our network helps you build valuable professional connections with CHC agency nurses across different regions and settings. Whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced, you can ask questions, seek second opinions, and learn from colleagues dealing with similar caseloads, commissioners, and clinical situations.
Knowledge Sharing and Career Development
We encourage continuous learning and knowledge sharing across all aspects of CHC and community-based nursing. From Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and eligibility assessments to writing robust rationales, managing complex packages of care and liaising with MDTs, the network is designed to support your professional growth and confidence.
Regular Events, Training and Community Activities
Live Events for CHC Agency Nurses
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our CHC nursing community together. These may include informal meet-ups, peer discussion sessions, Q&A events and focus groups where nurses can talk openly about current challenges in Continuing Healthcare and agency work.
Workshops, Webinars and Learning Sessions
To support ongoing development, we host and promote educational sessions covering CHC assessments, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS), complex care planning, documentation standards, safeguarding, and working effectively with ICBs and local authorities. These sessions are designed to reflect real-world practice and the specific needs of CHC agency nurses.
Private Social Media Groups
Our members connect through confidential, invite-only social media groups where professional issues are shared 24-7-365. These private spaces allow you to:
- Ask clinical, ethical or procedural questions safely
- Share learning resources, tools and templates
- Discuss CHC frameworks, MDT meetings and appeals
- Support colleagues experiencing stress or burnout
- Celebrate achievements and good outcomes for patients
Support for CHC, Compliance and Complex Care
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Practice Support
Our network brings together CHC nurses with in-depth experience of CHC eligibility assessments, Decision Support Tools, reviews and appeals. By sharing real cases (anonymised where appropriate) and practical tips, members help each other build confidence in CHC work and maintain high standards of assessment and documentation.
Community DoLS and Legal Awareness
Many of our members work with complex community packages where DoLS and legal frameworks are highly relevant. Within the network you can discuss how others are handling similar situations, learn from peers, and stay aware of current guidance and expectations in community and Continuing Healthcare settings.
Person-Centred Care and Transitions
Our community places a strong emphasis on person-centred care, particularly for people with long-term conditions, learning disabilities, dementia and complex needs. Members share approaches for managing safe transitions between hospital, community and care home settings, ensuring continuity, safety and dignity for the individuals we support.
Care Planning and Case Management
Within the network, CHC nurses routinely discuss care planning, risk management and case coordination. By sharing templates, examples and lessons learned, members help each other to create robust, holistic and person-centred support plans that reflect clinical, psychological and social needs.
Why Join the CHC Agency Nurses Network?
Created by Nurses, for Nurses
The CHC Agency Nurses Network has been built by professionals who work in the same environment as you. We know the realities of CHC caseloads, tight timescales, challenging conversations with families, and navigating multi-agency working – which means our community is highly relevant, practical and understanding.
Confidential and Supportive Community
All core groups are confidential and invite-only, ensuring a safe space to share professional issues without fear of judgement. Members respect each other’s privacy, follow clear group guidelines, and focus on constructive, supportive interaction at all times.
Long-Term Professional Relationships
Many nurses join the CHC Agency Nurses Network initially for support and advice, then stay because of the friendships and professional relationships they build. Our members frequently collaborate across roles, signpost opportunities, and support each other through career changes and new CHC contracts.
Who Is the CHC Agency Nurses Network For?
Our network is ideal for:
- Registered nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) roles via agencies
- Agency nurses transitioning into, or exploring, CHC and complex community care
- Experienced CHC nurses wanting to connect with peers and share expertise
- Nurses involved in CHC assessments, reviews, fast-track funding and case management
- Professionals supporting individuals with learning disabilities, dementia or complex needs under CHC
Whether you are newly appointed to CHC work or a seasoned practitioner, you will find colleagues within the network who understand your role and can offer practical insight, encouragement and up-to-date knowledge.
How to Join the CHC Agency Nurses Network
We welcome new CHC agency nurses who are committed to professional standards and person-centred practice. Membership typically involves:
- Getting in touch to express your interest and outline your current role
- Receiving an invitation to our private social media groups
- Agreeing to follow our confidentiality and professional conduct guidelines
- Joining our events, discussions and learning opportunities as and when you wish
Once you are part of the network, you can engage as much or as little as you like – from quietly reading posts and learning from others, to actively contributing, asking questions and supporting fellow CHC nurses.
Get Connected with CHC Agency Nurses Network Today
If you are an agency nurse working in or moving into Continuing Healthcare, the CHC Agency Nurses Network can provide community, knowledge and support that you will not find elsewhere. Join a like-minded group of professionals who genuinely understand CHC work, share your challenges, and want to see you succeed.
Contact & Next Steps
To learn more about the CHC Agency Nurses Network, request an invitation, or ask any questions, please get in touch via our website, email or social media channels. Our friendly team will guide you through the next steps and help you access the groups and events most relevant to your role.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Agency Nurses Network? The CHC Agency Nurses Network is a confidential professional community for UK agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Agency Nurses Network? Registered nurses working in or moving into CHC-related agency roles are welcome to enquire about joining the network.
- Does it cost anything to join the network? Membership details, including any fees where applicable, will be discussed with you when you contact us to express interest.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Once accepted, you will receive an invitation and clear instructions on how to access our confidential invite-only groups.
- What kind of issues are discussed in the network? Members discuss CHC assessments, DSTs, care planning, complex cases, professional challenges, policy updates and day-to-day practice.
- Are the discussions confidential? Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and all members are expected to follow strict confidentiality and professionalism guidelines.
- Do you run events or training for CHC nurses? We host regular events, webinars and informal sessions focused on CHC practice, complex care and professional development.
- Is the network only for nurses in certain regions? No, we welcome CHC agency nurses from across England and the wider UK who are involved in Continuing Healthcare work.
- Can I join if I am new to Continuing Healthcare? Yes, nurses who are new to CHC are welcome and often benefit greatly from the shared knowledge within the network.
- How do I contact the CHC Agency Nurses Network? You can reach us via our website, email or social media to request more information and an invitation to join.
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