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CHC Nurses Agency Network
Specialist Continuing Healthcare Support, Training and Community for Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist hub for nurses and healthcare professionals working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care across the UK. We combine expert CHC training, healthcare consultancy, and case management support with a vibrant, members-only agency nurses network designed to make professional life easier, safer and more rewarding.
Only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and emotional load that come with the role. Our network creates a safe, confidential space where CHC agency nurses can connect, learn, share issues 24/7, and access practical guidance to improve patient outcomes, compliance and career development.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who support one another day and night through invite-only social media groups, online forums and regular in-person and virtual events. Many nurses in our network form long-term friendships and professional partnerships that last for years.
We welcome new members to join our private CHC nurse social media groups and take part in regular networking events, webinars and workshops. Our goal is to empower CHC nurses with the knowledge, confidence and peer support they need to deliver high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining their own wellbeing.
Our Core Services for CHC Nurses and Organisations
Specialist Healthcare Training for CHC and Community Nursing
We provide tailored CHC training programmes designed specifically for agency nurses, CHC case managers, community nurses and healthcare assistants. Our courses cover key areas such as CHC eligibility, assessment frameworks, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications, complex care planning, and legal and regulatory compliance.
Training is delivered in practical, easy-to-apply formats, suitable for newcomers to CHC as well as experienced nurses seeking refresher or advanced training. Each session is designed to enhance clinical decision-making, documentation quality and confidence in managing complex community cases.
Healthcare Consultancy for CHC Providers and Organisations
Alongside training, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers healthcare consultancy services for organisations delivering CHC and community-based care. We support providers to optimise care pathways, improve governance, strengthen documentation and ensure robust CQC and CHC compliance.
Our consultants have extensive frontline and managerial experience in Continuing Healthcare, community nursing and complex care. We help organisations refine policies, procedures and audit processes so they can deliver safe, effective and sustainable services for people with the highest levels of health need.
Specialist Focus Areas: Transitions, Compliance and Care Planning
Supporting Transitions in Continuing Healthcare
Transitions in care – such as hospital discharge to home, step-down from intensive care, or moves between community settings – are critical points for CHC patients. Our network supports nurses and providers to manage these transitions safely, with a focus on continuity of care, risk reduction and patient experience.
Through our training, peer support and consultancy, we equip CHC agency nurses to plan and coordinate seamless transitions, ensuring that care plans, medication management and multidisciplinary communication are robust and person-centred.
Pre-CQC and Compliance Readiness for CHC Services
Preparing CHC and complex care services for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection can be demanding. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers pre-CQC assessment and compliance readiness support tailored to providers working in Continuing Healthcare and community settings.
We review current practices, documentation, policies, care plans and governance frameworks to identify gaps and provide clear, actionable feedback. Our experts work alongside your teams to strengthen safeguarding, risk management, capacity and consent processes, and CHC-related best practice, supporting you to achieve and sustain good or outstanding ratings.
Care and Support Planning for People with Learning Disabilities
Many CHC and complex community packages involve people with learning disabilities and/or autism. We specialise in supporting nurses and teams to create person-centred care and support plans that promote independence, dignity and choice, while meeting complex health and behavioural needs safely.
Our approach blends clinical expertise, positive behaviour support principles and human rights-based practice. We work with nurses, families and multidisciplinary teams to build care plans that are practical, holistic and aligned with CHC frameworks and legal requirements.
CHC and Community DoL Training for Nurses
Specialist CHC Training Courses
We offer dedicated CHC training courses that cover the full CHC journey, including checklist completion, Decision Support Tool (DST) processes, multidisciplinary team meetings, fast-track pathways and appeals. Our programmes also explore community DoL / deprivation of liberty safeguards and the evolving legal framework.
Sessions are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and case managers who understand real-world challenges and can share practical strategies, examples and documentation tips that improve both patient outcomes and funding decisions.
Benefits of CHC and Community DoL Training
By undertaking our training, CHC and agency nurses gain the skills to correctly assess needs, present robust clinical rationales and develop comprehensive, defensible care plans that stand up to scrutiny from CCGs, ICBs and regulators.
This leads to better access to funding for eligible patients, improved compliance with CHC frameworks and legal standards, and more consistent delivery of high-quality, person-centred care in community settings.
CHC Events, Webinars and Networking for Agency Nurses
Regular CHC-Focused Events and Community Meet-Ups
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events, webinars, workshops and informal meet-ups designed to bring CHC agency nurses together to learn, debrief and support each other. Topics include CHC legislation updates, case law, documentation best practice, safeguarding and nurse wellbeing.
Our events provide a relaxed yet professional environment where nurses can ask questions, share experiences and build strong connections with colleagues who truly understand the realities of CHC and agency work.
Why Join Our CHC Nurses Network Events?
Attending our events helps you stay up to date with policy and legal changes, build confidence in complex CHC decision-making and expand your professional network across the UK.
Many members report that the network has reduced their sense of isolation, improved their practice and opened up new career and consultancy opportunities in the CHC and community nursing sector.
Expert Case Management and Peer Support
Person-Centred Case Management in CHC
Within our network we bring together experienced CHC case managers and nurse consultants who are skilled in coordinating complex care packages, risk management and multidisciplinary working. We promote a person-centred, rights-based approach to every Continuing Healthcare case.
Through mentoring, guidance and shared resources, members benefit from expert insights on how to structure caseloads, document clinical risk, advocate for patients and maintain professional boundaries in community settings.
Supporting Care Teams, Families and Each Other
The CHC Nurses Agency Network recognises that effective CHC practice depends on strong partnership working with families, carers, agencies, ICBs and wider MDTs. Our community supports nurses to navigate challenging conversations, funding disputes and safeguarding concerns with confidence.
At the same time, we place real emphasis on peer support and nurse wellbeing, providing safe spaces to discuss professional issues confidentially, share learning from complex cases and protect against burnout and compassion fatigue.
Why Choose the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to a unique combination of specialist CHC training, consultancy support, case management expertise and a thriving peer community built by and for nurses.
Our members-only, invite-only social media groups and events run 24-7-365, ensuring there is always somewhere to ask a question, share a concern or celebrate a success with colleagues who understand the challenges of CHC and agency nursing.
We are committed to promoting high standards of care, robust compliance, professional growth and personal resilience across the CHC nursing workforce. Whether you are just starting in Continuing Healthcare or are an experienced CHC nurse looking for community and development, our network is here to support you.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you work in Continuing Healthcare, complex community care or agency nursing and want access to expert training, consultancy and peer support, we invite you to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today.
Become part of a trusted, confidential community of CHC professionals, expand your knowledge, grow your network and make a positive impact on the lives of the people you care for.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK-wide community offering training, consultancy and peer support for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse or healthcare professional involved in CHC, community nursing or complex care packages can apply to join our invite-only network.
- Do you provide CHC training for beginners? Yes, we offer CHC training suitable for beginners as well as advanced courses for experienced CHC nurses and case managers.
- Are your social media groups really confidential? Our groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to be safe, confidential spaces for professional discussion and peer support.
- Do you help organisations prepare for CQC inspections? Yes, we provide pre-CQC and compliance readiness support specifically tailored to CHC and community care providers.
- What kinds of events do you run? We run webinars, workshops, networking meet-ups and CHC-focused education events covering legislation updates, best practice and nurse wellbeing.
- Can you support with CHC assessments and DSTs? Our training and consultancy services equip nurses with the knowledge and skills to complete robust CHC assessments and Decision Support Tools.
- Do you cover community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) issues? Yes, we provide training and guidance on community DoL, capacity, consent and related legal frameworks in CHC settings.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership options vary depending on the level of access and services, and we can provide details on current plans on enquiry.
- How do I join or find out more? You can contact us via our website or email to discuss membership, training dates and consultancy support tailored to your CHC role or organisation.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today and connect with a community of professionals committed to excellence in Continuing Healthcare nursing.
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