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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community for Nurses
Empowering CHC Agency Nurses with Expertise, Connection and Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and consultancy for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community settings, especially agency and bank nurses.
We combine expert CHC training, professional guidance and a thriving peer network to help you build confidence, advance your career and deliver safe, high-quality, compliant patient care.
Only another nurse truly understands the pressures, expectations and emotional demands of frontline practice, which is why our network exists as a safe, supportive space to share knowledge, ask questions and grow together.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional hub for approximately 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who support each other 24/7 through confidential, invite-only social media groups and regular online and in-person events.
Members use the network to discuss complex CHC cases, share best practice, explore career opportunities and gain clarity on CHC eligibility, DSTs, funding decisions, community DoLS and care planning.
Alongside peer support, we provide structured training, consultancy and mentoring services designed specifically around the realities of agency nursing in CHC and community settings.
Core Services and Expertise
Specialist CHC Training for Agency Nurses
We deliver focused Continuing Healthcare training for nurses who work with CHC patients in community, care home and acute pathways.
Our courses cover CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tools (DST), Fast Track, reviews, appeals, risk management and person-centred documentation so you can work confidently and compliantly across any setting.
Training is led by experienced CHC practitioners and senior nurses, using real-world examples, case discussions and interactive learning to make complex policy and guidance practical and easy to apply.
Healthcare Consultancy and Quality Assessments
For providers, agencies and teams, CHC Nurses Agency Network offers healthcare consultancy to strengthen CHC pathways, documentation standards and CQC readiness.
We provide pre-assessment reviews, policy and process audits and CHC pathway mapping to ensure your organisation is delivering safe, person-centred care aligned with national CHC frameworks and CQC expectations.
Our consultancy focuses on continuous improvement, supporting you to identify gaps, implement robust actions and embed sustainable best practice.
Support with Care Transitions in CHC and Community Settings
Transitions between hospital, home, nursing homes and CHC-funded placements can be complex for both patients and professionals.
We help nurses and organisations design and implement safe, well-coordinated transition plans that prioritise continuity, communication and clear clinical accountability.
This includes practical guidance on handovers, risk assessments, capacity and consent, and aligning care plans with CHC decisions and funding responsibilities.
Care Planning for People with Learning Disabilities
Our network includes experts in learning disability (LD) nursing and CHC, supporting nurses to develop robust, person-centred LD care plans in community and supported living settings.
We focus on promoting safety, dignity and independence while ensuring that complex needs, behaviours of concern and human rights are carefully documented and considered within CHC assessments.
By collaborating with families, MDT members and support providers, we help create clear, operational care plans that stand up to scrutiny and genuinely improve quality of life.
CHC and Community DoLS Application Training
We provide specialist training on CHC processes and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications to ensure nurses understand legal frameworks and documentation requirements.
Topics include the interface between CHC, Mental Capacity Act, community DoLS, best interests decision-making and how to record restrictions lawfully and transparently.
Nurses finish with the confidence to escalate concerns, advocate for patients and work within current legislation and local authority processes.
CHC-Focused Events, Webinars and Networking
We host regular CHC events, webinars, masterclasses and networking sessions to keep agency nurses and providers up to date with national CHC policy changes and best practice.
These events are a relaxed, informal way to learn from experienced CHC nurses, ask questions about real cases and grow your professional network.
Many nurses within our network build long-lasting friendships and professional connections that support them throughout their careers.
Case Management and Professional Support
For complex CHC and community patients, we offer case management advice and mentoring to help nurses coordinate safe, person-centred care.
We support with holistic assessment, multidisciplinary working, escalation pathways, safeguarding concerns and aligning care plans with funding and commissioning decisions.
Our aim is to help you protect patients, meet legal and professional standards and feel supported in managing high-risk or high-complexity cases.
Private, Supportive Social Media Groups for CHC Nurses
At the heart of CHC Nurses Agency Network are our confidential, invite-only social media groups, active 24-7-365.
Here, nurses safely share professional issues, seek peer advice on CHC documentation or decision-making and access moral support from colleagues who truly understand the pressures of agency work.
New members are welcomed into this community, where many go on to become friends and supportive colleagues for years to come.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is led and shaped by experienced CHC agency nurses and CHC specialists who understand the realities of working across multiple providers, teams and systems.
We bring front-line insight into every training session, event and piece of guidance we share.
A Personalised, Practical Approach
Whether you are newly stepping into CHC, looking to deepen your expertise or managing a team, we tailor our support to your specific role, experience and goals.
From one-to-one mentoring to organisation-wide consultancy, everything we do is grounded in real practice and current national guidance.
Focus on Quality, Safety and Compliance
Our training and advice are designed to help nurses and organisations deliver safe, high-quality care that aligns with NHS CHC Framework, CQC standards and NMC Code expectations.
We support you to improve documentation, reduce risk, manage complex decisions and feel prepared for scrutiny from commissioners, CQC and other regulators.
A Safe Place to Relax, Learn and Connect
Alongside professional development, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to unwind and be understood.
We run informal meet-ups and social events where nurses can debrief, share experiences and build a genuine sense of community beyond shifts and case loads.
How to Get Started with CHC Nurses Agency Network
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network begins with a simple conversation about your role, experience and what you need from your CHC career right now.
We then guide you into the most relevant training, events, social media groups and support options for you, whether you are independent, agency-based or part of a wider organisation.
Contact us today to learn how CHC Nurses Agency Network can support your professional development, strengthen your CHC knowledge and connect you with a community that truly understands nursing in CHC.
Conclusion
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is your trusted partner for Continuing Healthcare training, consultancy and professional community.
We help agency and community nurses build expertise, reduce stress, improve documentation and deliver safer, more person-centred care within CHC pathways.
Join our network to access specialist knowledge, real-world support and a strong, friendly community of CHC nurses who are here for you 24-7.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who is the CHC Nurses Agency Network for? The network is primarily for agency and community nurses working with NHS Continuing Healthcare patients, as well as providers who support CHC services.
- Does the network provide CHC-specific training? Yes, we offer structured CHC training covering eligibility, DSTs, Fast Track, reviews, documentation and related legal frameworks.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can join by contacting us through our website, after which we will guide you into the most relevant groups, events and training for your role.
- Are the social media groups private and confidential? Yes, our groups are confidential, invite-only spaces moderated to protect professional discussion and member privacy.
- Do you support nurses new to Continuing Healthcare? Absolutely, we regularly help nurses new to CHC build foundation knowledge, confidence and practical skills.
- Can organisations access your consultancy services? Yes, we work with agencies, care providers and teams to improve CHC pathways, quality, documentation and CQC readiness.
- Do you run events and webinars about CHC updates? Yes, we host regular webinars, masterclasses and networking events focused on CHC policy updates and best practice.
- Is there a cost to join the network or attend training? Some elements are free community support, while training, events and consultancy may be chargeable depending on the package chosen.
- Do you offer support with community DoLS and MCA in CHC? Yes, we provide training and guidance on the Mental Capacity Act, community DoLS and how they interact with CHC-funded care.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Visit our website for contact details and get in touch by email or phone to discuss membership, training or consultancy.
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