CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Training & Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist CHC training, consultancy and peer support for UK agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. Access expert guidance on CHC, DoLS, CQC readiness, LD support planning and case management, plus confidential invite-only groups, events and workshops. Join a professional community built by nurses, for nurses, to deliver safe, compliant, person‑centred care and develop your agency nursing career.

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

Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Through Expert Training, Consultancy and Peer Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based specialist community and consultancy dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses and agency nursing professionals. We combine expert CHC training, practice support and a strong peer network to raise standards of patient care and improve outcomes across community and complex care settings.

Our core mission is to support CHC agency nurses to deliver safe, compliant and person-centred care while building sustainable, rewarding careers. Through targeted education, consultancy and a thriving online and in-person network, we help nurses stay informed, confident and connected in a rapidly changing healthcare environment.

With a core membership of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, our private, invite-only social media groups and regular events provide a confidential space to share knowledge, solve clinical and professional issues, and build long-term friendships and collaborations.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is both a specialist consultancy and a professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing, complex community care and related roles.

We understand that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional demands of modern nursing. That is why our network is built by nurses, for nurses, with a strong focus on peer support, practical problem-solving and evidence-based education.

Members benefit from:

  • Access to confidential, invite-only social media groups available 24/7/365
  • Regular online and in-person events, workshops and meet-ups
  • Specialist CHC training and consultancy services
  • Career development guidance tailored to agency and CHC nurses
  • A supportive community that understands the realities of nursing work

Our Core Services for CHC and Agency Nurses

1. Healthcare & Transition Support Consultancy

Expert Guidance on Complex Care Transitions

Transitions in care – such as hospital to home, step-down units, or movement between providers – can be high-risk periods for patients and challenging for CHC and agency nurses. CHC Nurses Agency Network offers consultancy and peer-supported guidance to help you plan and deliver safe, seamless transitions in line with best practice and local policy.

We support nurses and organisations to develop clear, personalised transition plans that prioritise patient safety, dignity and continuity of care, while ensuring effective communication between multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits of Transition Support

By applying our transition support models and shared learning, CHC agency nurses and providers can:

  • Reduce avoidable readmissions and care breakdowns
  • Improve communication between acute, community and social care teams
  • Enhance patient and family satisfaction during key transition points
  • Strengthen documentation, risk assessments and care planning

2. Pre-CQC Readiness & Compliance Support

Helping CHC and Agency Teams Prepare for CQC Scrutiny

Preparing for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections can be particularly complex for providers using agency staff and for CHC-funded packages in community settings. CHC Nurses Agency Network offers guidance, peer support and consultancy to help organisations and nurses understand CQC requirements and demonstrate compliance.

We support the review of policies, care plans, risk assessments, daily records and clinical practices, highlighting gaps and providing practical recommendations based on real-world experience in CHC and agency nursing.

Outcome-Focused Improvement

By working with our network, providers and nurses can:

  • Strengthen evidence of safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led services
  • Embed best practice in documentation and care delivery
  • Boost staff confidence ahead of inspections and audits
  • Improve quality, safety and governance across CHC-funded care packages

3. Learning Disabilities (LD) Care & Support Planning

Specialist Support for CHC & Agency Nurses Working in LD Services

Many members of our network work with individuals who have learning disabilities, complex needs, autism and associated health conditions. We support nurses to deliver consistent, person-centred care that promotes independence, safeguarding and quality of life.

Through peer discussion, case-based learning and consultancy, we help nurses develop and refine personalised support plans that address communication needs, behaviours that challenge, sensory issues, physical health and mental wellbeing.

Evidence-Based, Person-Centred Practice

We promote the use of current best practice and national guidance in LD care, helping CHC and agency nurses to:

  • Create meaningful, person-centred care plans
  • Use positive behaviour support (PBS) principles where needed
  • Improve multidisciplinary collaboration and family engagement
  • Ensure safe, rights-based care for people with learning disabilities

Specialist Training & Professional Development

4. CHC and Community DoLS Application & Training

Building Confidence in CHC Processes and Legal Frameworks

Our CHC and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) training is designed for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, community complex care, agency roles and case management. We cover key elements such as CHC eligibility, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), care planning, funding pathways and legal frameworks around capacity and deprivation of liberty.

Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners and senior nurses who understand the realities of frontline practice, helping you translate policy into day-to-day decision-making.

Driving Better Outcomes and Compliance

By attending our CHC and DoLS training, nurses can:

  • Improve the quality of CHC assessments and documentation
  • Navigate complex funding and eligibility discussions with confidence
  • Ensure care plans reflect legal and ethical obligations
  • Support organisations to maintain regulatory compliance

5. CHC Events, Workshops & Industry Updates

Stay Current with CHC Policy and Best Practice

The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular CHC-focused events, webinars, workshops and networking sessions to keep members up to date with policy changes, NHS frameworks, and evolving best practice in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.

Events are designed to be interactive and practical, giving nurses opportunities to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from peers and subject-matter experts across the UK.

Networking and Peer Learning

Our events help members to:

  • Expand their professional network within the CHC and agency nursing community
  • Share solutions to common clinical and professional challenges
  • Access ongoing CPD and reflective learning opportunities
  • Build long-term professional and personal connections

6. Expert Case Management Support & Peer Consultancy

Improving Coordination in Complex Care Cases

Many CHC Nurses Agency Network members work in or alongside case management roles in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. We offer guidance, shared tools and peer consultancy to support robust case coordination and holistic care planning.

By connecting with our community, nurses can gain insight into effective multidisciplinary working, goal setting, risk management and family communication in high-need, high-risk cases.

Supporting Nurses, Patients and Providers

Our network helps case managers and frontline nurses to:

  • Develop comprehensive, person-centred care plans
  • Optimise the use of available resources and support services
  • Improve communication between agencies, providers and families
  • Enhance outcomes and quality of life for patients with complex needs

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

A Community Built by Nurses, for Nurses

Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals provides continuous, confidential support through invite-only social media groups that are active 24-7-365. Members openly share clinical questions, professional issues, resources and opportunities in a safe, moderated environment.

Specialist CHC and Agency Nursing Expertise

We focus specifically on the needs of nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, agency and community complex care, giving you targeted, relevant knowledge rather than generic training. Our contributors include senior CHC nurses, clinical leads, case managers and experienced agency professionals.

Tailored Professional Development

Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, we offer flexible training, consulting and networking opportunities designed around your role, schedule and career goals. Many members use the network to move into new roles, progress clinically, or diversify their practice areas.

Long-Term Professional Relationships and Friendships

Most nurses in our network keep in regular contact, and many become friends for years. We create spaces – both online and at events – where you can relax, debrief, laugh, learn and know that you are understood by people who truly get what you do.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

We welcome new CHC and agency nurses from across the UK who are committed to high standards, continuous learning and peer support. Membership includes access to our private social media groups, event invitations and priority updates about training and consultancy opportunities.

To join or to learn more about our CHC training, consultancy and community support, contact us via our website, email or phone. We will guide you through the simple membership process and help you connect with the right groups and events for your interests and experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
    The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based specialist community and consultancy for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing and complex community care.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
    Registered nurses and nursing professionals involved in CHC, agency work or community complex care across the UK are welcome to join.
  3. Is the network only for CHC nurses?
    No, while we specialise in CHC, we also support agency nurses, case managers and nurses working in related community and complex care roles.
  4. What kind of training do you provide?
    We provide specialist training on CHC processes, Community DoLS, care planning, compliance, complex care coordination and related topics.
  5. Do you offer support with CQC readiness?
    Yes, we offer guidance and peer-based consultancy to help nurses and organisations prepare for CQC inspections and maintain compliance.
  6. How do your private social media groups work?
    Our invite-only groups are moderated, confidential spaces where members can share professional issues, ask questions and support each other 24-7-365.
  7. Do you run in-person or online events?
    We run a mix of online webinars, workshops and in-person meet-ups to support networking, CPD and community building.
  8. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
    Membership and training options vary, so please contact us directly for up-to-date information on fees and available packages.
  9. Can the network help me develop my nursing career?
    Yes, we provide career guidance, professional networking, learning opportunities and access to experienced CHC and agency nursing mentors.
  10. How can I contact you to find out more?
    You can get in touch via our website contact form, email or phone, and we will respond with full details on membership, training and support services.