CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Consultancy and Community for UK Nurses

Welcome to CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your Partner in CHC Excellence

In today’s demanding UK healthcare system, Continued Healthcare (CHC) expertise, robust professional support, and high-quality consultancy are essential for safe, effective patient care. CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together specialist CHC nurses, trainers and consultants to support individual nurses, agency staff and healthcare organisations across the UK.

We provide specialist CHC training, CQC readiness consultancy, care planning support and a thriving professional network for CHC agency nurses. Our focus is on raising care standards, improving compliance, and making complex CHC processes easier to navigate – while giving nurses a trusted community where they can share, learn and grow.

Whether you want to advance your CHC skills, prepare for CQC inspections, support complex care transitions, or connect with like-minded CHC professionals, CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to help.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community of more than 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, working across hospitals, community services, care homes and home-based care. Our private, invite-only network is designed to be a safe, supportive space where nurses can relax, ask questions, share experiences and access specialist CHC knowledge.

We run regular online and in-person events, maintain confidential social media groups, and offer expert-led CPD training to help nurses stay up to date with CHC frameworks, DOLs, case management, and regulatory requirements. Many members form lasting friendships and professional collaborations that continue for years.

New members are always welcome, and once you join, you’ll have access to our 24-7-365 peer support network, where CHC issues, clinical questions and professional challenges can be discussed openly and confidentially with other nurses who truly understand the work.

Specialist CHC Training for UK Healthcare Professionals

Continuing Healthcare Training Tailored to Practice

Our CHC training programmes are designed for nurses, agency staff, case managers and care providers who want to strengthen their understanding of NHS Continuing Healthcare and related frameworks. We focus on real-world practice, ensuring participants can apply what they learn immediately in their roles.

All sessions are delivered by experienced CHC nurse consultants and are interactive, evidence-based and aligned with current NHS England CHC guidance and UK legislation. Training can be delivered for individual professionals, teams or whole organisations, with options for one-off sessions or ongoing CPD pathways.

CHC Eligibility, Assessment and Decision-Making Training

Understanding CHC eligibility and assessment processes is critical for ensuring patients receive the funding and support they are entitled to. Our training covers:

CHC national framework and key principles
Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) completion
Multidisciplinary team (MDT) roles and responsibilities
Evidence gathering, documentation and clinical rationales
Appeals, disputes and retrospective reviews

Participants leave with practical tools and templates to improve the quality of CHC assessments, articulate complex needs clearly, and advocate effectively for patients and families.

Community DOL and Legal Compliance Training

Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) and community-based restrictions are complex areas linked closely to CHC and ongoing care. Our community DOL training helps nurses and providers to:

Understand legal frameworks around DOL in community settings
Recognise when DOL authorisations may be required
Document restrictions and safeguards appropriately
Work collaboratively with local authorities, ICBs and legal teams

This training helps organisations reduce legal risk, protect patient rights, and ensure safe, lawful care in line with current legislation and guidance.

Care Planning and Complex Case Management Training

We also offer training on person-centred care planning and complex case management for those working with high-dependency or long-term patients. Topics include:

Holistic assessment and risk management
Multidisciplinary care coordination
Goal-focused planning and outcome measurement
Family engagement and collaborative decision-making

Our goal is to equip nurses and organisations with the skills to deliver safe, co-ordinated and truly person-centred CHC-funded care.

Expert Healthcare Consultancy and CQC Support

CQC Readiness and Compliance Consultancy

Preparing for a CQC inspection can be challenging, especially when CHC, complex care and community services are involved. CHC Nurses Agency Network provides consultancy support to help organisations strengthen governance, documentation and frontline practice before inspections.

Pre-CQC Assessment and Gap Analysis

Our experienced CHC nurse consultants carry out pre-CQC reviews to identify compliance gaps and risk areas, particularly around:

CHC and complex care pathways
Care and support planning
Safeguarding and DOL processes
Clinical governance and record keeping
Staff training, supervision and competency

We provide clear, actionable recommendations to help you address issues, demonstrate best practice and embed sustainable improvements ahead of inspection.

Transitions in Care and Continuing Healthcare Pathways

Supporting Safe Transitions Between Care Settings

Transitions between hospital, community, care home and home-based care are high-risk points for patients, especially those eligible for or undergoing CHC assessment. We support organisations to:

Design robust transition pathways for CHC-funded patients
Improve communication between acute, community and social care teams
Ensure continuity of care plans, medication and risk management
Minimise delays, duplication and avoidable readmissions

Our consultancy focuses on practical, patient-centred solutions that protect safety, dignity and outcomes during every transition.

Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs Support Planning

We also work with teams supporting people with learning disabilities (LD) and complex behavioural or physical needs. Our consultants can help you to:

Develop personalised, strengths-based support plans
Incorporate Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles
Align care with CHC funding, legal and safeguarding frameworks
Improve quality of life, independence and inclusion

Using current best-evidence tools and approaches, we ensure care plans for people with LD and complex needs are cohesive, respectful and outcome-focused.

Case Management and Complex Care Consultancy

Integrated Case Management for CHC-Funded Patients

Our specialist CHC case managers support organisations and families to co-ordinate care for individuals with highly complex clinical and social needs. Services include:

Holistic assessment and ongoing review
Care package design and monitoring
MDT coordination and communication
Advocacy with ICBs, providers and other agencies

This holistic approach helps ensure that CHC-funded care is safe, consistent and aligned with what matters most to the person and their family.

The CHC Nurses Agency Network Community

A Safe, Supportive Space for CHC Agency Nurses

Beyond training and consultancy, the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our community of nurses. We know that only another nurse truly understands the daily pressures, emotional load and professional challenges of CHC and complex care work.

Our network provides:

Private, invite-only social media groups for CHC nurses
24-7-365 peer support for professional issues and clinical questions
Regular online and in-person events, meet-ups and webinars
Opportunities to build long-term friendships and mentoring relationships

Many members join for professional support and stay because of the genuine sense of connection and understanding they find within the group.

Professional Networking and Career Development

Being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network can also help you to:

Discover new agency roles and CHC career opportunities
Build your profile as a CHC specialist nurse
Access CPD, supervision and expert guidance
Collaborate on service improvement and consultancy projects

Our aim is to make your professional life in CHC easier, more informed and more fulfilling, by connecting you with people and resources that truly add value.

Why Choose CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Real-World CHC Expertise

Our trainers, consultants and network leads are experienced CHC nurses with deep backgrounds in clinical practice, commissioning, case management and governance. We understand the realities of CHC on the ground and tailor our support accordingly.

A Community Built by Nurses, for Nurses

The network is led and shaped by practising nurses who know the pressures of agency and CHC work. This ensures our support, training and advice are grounded in lived experience, not just theory.

Tailored Support for Individuals and Organisations

Whether you are an individual nurse, an agency, a care home or a healthcare provider, we offer bespoke training and consultancy packages aligned to your specific needs, goals and regulatory requirements.

Commitment to Quality, Compliance and Compassion

We are committed to raising standards across CHC and complex care by focusing on safe, compassionate practice, robust governance and clear, practical education. Our mission is to support better experiences and outcomes for both patients and professionals.

Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a nurse working in or interested in Continuing Healthcare, or an organisation looking for CHC specialist training and consultancy, we would love to connect with you. Joining our network gives you access to:

Expert CHC training and CPD opportunities
Specialist consultancy for CQC readiness and service improvement
Ongoing peer support and professional networking
A confidential, understanding community of CHC nurses

Get in touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network today to discuss membership, training options or consultancy support, and discover how we can help you elevate CHC practice and improve patient care across the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community of specialist CHC nurses offering training, consultancy, peer support and professional networking.
Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and allied professionals working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or agency nursing are welcome to join.
What training does CHC Nurses Agency Network provide? We provide specialist training on CHC eligibility, assessment, DST completion, community DOL, care planning, complex case management and regulatory compliance.
Do you offer CQC readiness support for organisations? Yes, we provide pre-CQC assessments, gap analysis and tailored improvement plans focused on CHC, complex care and governance.
Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, any nurse involved in CHC or complex care pathways can benefit from our network and services.
How do your confidential social media groups work? Our invite-only groups provide a safe, moderated space where members can discuss professional issues, share resources and seek advice 24-7-365.
Can you deliver training for whole teams or organisations? Yes, we offer bespoke training packages for providers, agencies, care homes and community teams, delivered online or in person.
Do you provide individual career support for CHC nurses? We support members with guidance, networking opportunities and access to expert knowledge that can help shape and advance CHC careers.
Are your services available across the UK? Yes, we work with nurses and organisations throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland via online and, where appropriate, on-site support.
How can I contact CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or published contact details to enquire about membership, training or consultancy services.