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

A Dedicated UK Network for Continuing Healthcare & Agency Nursing Professionals

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and agency nursing professionals across the UK. We combine expert CHC training, professional development, and peer support to help nurses deliver safe, high-quality, and compliant patient care in all care settings.

Built by nurses for nurses, our network understands the realities of agency work, CHC complexity, and regulatory expectations. We provide a supportive space to relax, connect, learn, and share, while offering structured training and consultancy that helps you navigate CHC assessments, community DoLS applications, CQC requirements, and complex case management with confidence.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility, and emotional impact of nursing. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to make professional life easier, safer, and more rewarding for CHC agency nurses and those working in complex community care.

• Connect with a core network of 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals UK‑wide.
• Access confidential, invite-only social media groups for real-time peer support.
• Share and solve professional issues 24/7/365 with colleagues who understand CHC.
• Attend regular events, workshops, and networking sessions online and in person.
• Develop lasting friendships, mentoring relationships, and professional contacts.

Many of our members first join for professional reasons and stay because of the long-term friendships, mutual support, and shared learning they experience within the network.

Specialist Training for CHC & Agency Nurses

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Assessment & Funding Training

We deliver focused CHC training courses that cover the full Continuing Healthcare pathway, including eligibility, assessments, panel processes, and funding decisions. Our programmes are designed specifically for agency nurses, CHC nurses, and community practitioners who work with complex health needs.

Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurse specialists and covers:

• Understanding National Framework principles and eligibility criteria.
• Effective completion of CHC checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs).
• Evidence gathering, documentation, and robust clinical rationales.
• Working with CHC teams, local authorities, and families.
• Reducing disputes and improving outcomes for patients and providers.

Participants leave with practical tools and improved confidence in CHC assessment, recording, and advocacy, improving both patient outcomes and professional practice.

Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty) & Legal Framework Training

Our network also provides specialist training on community DoLS applications and relevant legal frameworks affecting CHC and community placements. This is essential for agency nurses working in complex home-care packages, supported living, and nursing homes.

Key areas include:

• When and how to identify a potential deprivation of liberty in the community.
• Understanding Mental Capacity Act (MCA) principles in day-to-day practice.
• Documenting capacity assessments and best-interest decisions accurately.
• Collaborating with CHC, local authority, and legal teams.
• Maintaining compliance while prioritising person-centred, least restrictive care.

Training on Transitions in Healthcare & Complex Discharge

Safe, well-planned transitions are vital, especially for patients with CHC funding, complex needs, or learning disabilities. Our training supports nurses to manage transfers of care between hospital, home, community services, and care homes with confidence.

We focus on:

• Designing individualised transfer and discharge plans.
• Ensuring continuity of care, medication safety, and communication handovers.
• Working effectively with MDTs, CHC coordinators, and families.
• Reducing avoidable readmissions and safeguarding concerns.
• Maintaining dignity, choice, and patient comfort throughout transitions.

Pre-CQC Assessment & Compliance Training for Agency Nurses

For agency nurses working in CQC-regulated services, understanding CQC expectations is essential. We provide training on pre-CQC assessments, inspection frameworks, and what “good” and “outstanding” look like in practice.

Training outcomes include:

• Recognising key CQC quality statements and regulatory requirements.
• Identifying gaps in documentation, care planning, and risk management.
• Understanding your role as an agency nurse before, during, and after inspections.
• Demonstrating safe, effective, compassionate, and well-led practice.
• Supporting providers to improve ratings through strong nursing standards.

Strategic Consultancy & Support for CHC Providers & Nurses

Pre-CQC Consultancy & Quality Improvement Support

The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers consultancy to providers and teams who employ or work with agency nurses, particularly in CHC and complex care settings. We conduct pre-CQC assessments of policies, practice, and care delivery, and we advise on improvements to meet regulatory standards.

Our consultancy can help you:

• Audit care plans, risk assessments, and clinical documentation.
• Identify compliance gaps relating to CHC-funded packages and agency staffing.
• Develop clear action plans ahead of CQC inspections.
• Embed person-centred, evidence-based care approaches.
• Strengthen training, induction, and supervision for agency nurses.

Person-Centred Support Planning for Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs

Many CHC packages involve individuals with learning disabilities (LD), autism, or other complex needs. Our network includes nurses experienced in designing and reviewing person-centred support plans that promote safety, independence, and quality of life.

We focus on:

• Holistic assessment of health, communication, behavioural, and sensory needs.
• Creating person-led goals and meaningful daily routines.
• Managing complex risk while promoting autonomy and rights.
• Collaborating closely with families, support staff, and MDT professionals.
• Ensuring support plans align with CHC outcomes and CQC expectations.

Expert Case Management & CHC Package Coordination

Through our network expertise, we support CHC case management and complex package coordination, especially where agency nurses are a key part of the workforce. Our aim is to ensure consistent, safe, and person-centred care across multiple providers.

Benefits of our support include:

• Improved communication between CHC teams, providers, families, and agency staff.
• Clear clinical leadership and escalation processes for complex cases.
• Optimised use of agency nurses within CHC-funded packages.
• Better continuity of care and reduced risk of service breakdown.
• Increased confidence for nurses working in high-risk community settings.

Community, Networking & Continuous Professional Development

Regular CHC Events, Workshops & Seminars

The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs and participates in regular events focused on CHC, community nursing, complex care, and regulatory changes. These sessions support your ongoing professional development (CPD) and help you stay current in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Our events typically cover:

• Updates to the National Framework for CHC & NHS-funded Nursing Care.
• Best practice in CHC documentation, DSTs, and appeals.
• Case studies and reflective practice sessions.
• Legal and ethical issues in complex community care.
• Wellbeing and resilience for agency and CHC nurses.

Private Social Media Groups & 24/7 Peer Support

We welcome new members into our private social media groups and invite-only online communities, where CHC agency nurses share questions, experiences, and support around the clock.

Within these confidential spaces, you can:

• Discuss real-world CHC cases and documentation challenges.
• Ask for advice on professional or ethical dilemmas.
• Share job opportunities, tips, and local knowledge.
• Connect with mentors, supervisors, and specialist colleagues.
• Access emotional support from peers who understand the realities of CHC work.

Many of our members build long-term friendships and maintain regular contact for years, creating a strong sense of professional community and belonging.

Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?

Our network is open to a wide range of nursing professionals and organisations involved in CHC and complex community care, including:

• Agency nurses working in CHC-funded packages, care homes, and community services.
• Registered nurses moving into CHC roles or wanting to understand CHC more deeply.
• CHC nurse assessors and coordinators seeking peer support and training.
• Care providers employing agency nurses in CHC-funded or complex placements.
• Nursing leads and managers preparing for CQC inspections or CHC reviews.

Whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers value through specialist education, networking, and real-world support.

Key Benefits of Partnering with CHC Nurses Agency Network

Specialist CHC Knowledge & Real-World Experience

Our trainers and network leads are experienced CHC and agency nursing professionals, ensuring that all guidance is practical, evidence-based, and grounded in day-to-day practice.

Tailored Support for Agency & CHC Settings

We understand the unique pressures of agency work, shift-based practice, and complex CHC-funded packages, and we tailor our training and consultancy accordingly.

Focus on Quality, Compliance & Patient Outcomes

Everything we do is designed to support safe, person-centred care that meets CHC requirements, CQC standards, and professional codes of practice, improving outcomes for patients, nurses, and organisations alike.

Supportive Professional Community

Beyond training, our network gives you ongoing access to a trusted community of CHC agency nurses who offer peer advice, moral support, and shared learning whenever you need it.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

Becoming part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network means more than attending a single training session – it means gaining continuous professional support, up-to-date CHC knowledge, and a strong peer network that understands your role.

Partner with us to:

• Boost your CHC expertise and confidence.
• Prepare effectively for CQC inspections and CHC reviews.
• Improve documentation, compliance, and patient care.
• Build lasting professional relationships and friendships.

Contact us today to find out how to join our network, access training, or arrange consultancy support for your organisation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy for agency and CHC nurses, offering specialist training, support, and peer networking.
2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in or interested in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing, or complex community care can apply to join.
3. Do you provide CHC assessment and DST training? Yes, we offer focused training on CHC eligibility, checklists, DST completion, and effective clinical documentation.
4. Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome CHC assessors, community nurses, and managers involved in CHC-funded care.
5. Do you help with CQC preparation and pre-CQC assessments? Yes, we support providers and nurses with pre-CQC assessments, compliance advice, and quality improvement planning.
6. Are your groups and discussions confidential? Our core network uses invite-only, moderated social media groups where professional issues are discussed confidentially within the community.
7. Do you run events and workshops throughout the year? Yes, we offer regular CHC-related workshops, seminars, and networking events both online and in person.
8. Can you support learning disability and complex needs care planning? Yes, we have expertise in person-centred support planning for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex health needs.
9. Is your training suitable for nurses new to CHC? Absolutely, our training is designed for all levels, from nurses new to CHC to highly experienced practitioners.
10. How do I join or contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch via our website contact form or by reaching out to our team for details on membership, training dates, and consultancy options.

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