CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Community, Training & Consultancy
Introduction to CHC Nurses Agency Network
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community settings and complex care. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, independent practitioners and healthcare providers to share knowledge, build connections and raise standards of care.
Through expert training, peer support and consultancy, we help nurses and organisations navigate CHC funding, assessments, transitions and regulatory compliance while promoting safe, person-centred care.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional network dedicated to supporting agency nurses and healthcare professionals involved in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. Only nurses truly understand the daily pressures, responsibilities and emotional demands of nursing, and our network offers a safe, confidential space where these realities are recognised and respected.
Our community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays connected via private, invite-only social media groups and regular virtual and in-person events. Members share real-world experiences, clinical insights, professional challenges and practical solutions 24-7-365, helping each other navigate the complexities of CHC practice.
Many nurses in our network build long-term friendships, mentoring relationships and professional collaborations that support both career progression and personal wellbeing.
Core Services for CHC Nurses and Healthcare Providers
1. CHC Transitions in Care Support
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes and community settings are high-risk points for people receiving Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides expert guidance, tools and best practice frameworks to make these transitions safer and more coordinated.
Our experienced CHC nurses support the design of personalised transition plans that prioritise patient safety, comfort, communication and continuity of care, helping to reduce avoidable readmissions, safeguarding risks and breakdowns in care packages.
2. Pre-CQC Readiness and Quality Consultancy
Inspection readiness is a major concern for providers delivering CHC-funded and complex care. We offer pre-CQC reviews and quality consultancy tailored to community services, care homes, domiciliary providers and nurse-led services involved in CHC.
Our specialist nurses and consultants review documentation, governance, care records and clinical practice against CQC requirements and CHC best practice, then provide clear, actionable improvement plans to strengthen safety, quality, leadership and compliance before inspections.
3. Learning Disabilities Care & CHC Support Planning
Many people with learning disabilities have complex health and social care needs that intersect with Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and providers to develop person-centred care and support plans that respect autonomy, dignity and rights.
We share guidance, templates and peer support on risk assessment, reasonable adjustments, positive behaviour support and multi-agency working, ensuring individuals with learning disabilities receive appropriate, coordinated and safe CHC or joint-funded care.
4. CHC and Community DoLS Application Process Training
Understanding the NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility framework and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)/Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) is essential for many CHC nurses and case managers. Our network provides structured and informal training to build confidence in these complex areas.
Training topics include CHC eligibility criteria, the National Framework, MDT assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), fast-track funding, lawful deprivation of liberty in the community, and robust documentation to support defensible decision-making and audits.
5. CHC Events, Webinars and Professional Networking
Regular events are at the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network. We run workshops, webinars, case discussion groups and networking events focused on NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
Events cover regulatory changes, case law developments, assessment skills, safeguarding, documentation, leadership in CHC, and practical strategies for managing workload, stress and burnout. These sessions allow nurses to learn from experts and from each other in a relaxed, supportive setting.
6. Case Management Advice and Peer Support
Many of our members work in or alongside case management roles, coordinating multi-disciplinary, complex care packages for individuals with CHC funding. The network provides a confidential forum for discussing complex cases and exploring evidence-based options.
Through peer review, guidance and shared resources, we help nurses develop person-centred case management approaches that balance risk, autonomy, safeguarding, choice and best value, while maintaining clear professional boundaries and documentation standards.
7. Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Professional Support
Our private, invite-only social media groups are active day and night, allowing members to raise professional questions, share experiences and discuss challenges in real time. This ongoing connection is particularly valuable for agency nurses who may otherwise feel isolated.
Discussions range from practical CHC questions and documentation queries to reflective practice, ethical dilemmas and career advice, all within a strictly confidential, professionally moderated environment.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Specialist CHC Knowledge and Experience
Our core network comprises highly experienced CHC nurses, independent CHC practitioners, case managers and community nursing professionals. This concentration of specialist knowledge makes the CHC Nurses Agency Network a trusted source of real-world advice on CHC practice.
Members benefit from practical, evidence-informed guidance that goes beyond generic nursing content and focuses on the realities of Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
Supportive Community for Agency and Independent Nurses
Agency and independent nurses often work across multiple providers and systems, facing unique professional and emotional pressures. Our network provides a stable professional “home” where members are understood, respected and supported by peers who share similar roles and challenges.
This supportive environment helps reduce feelings of isolation, improve confidence and sustain long-term careers in CHC and community nursing.
Career Development and Professional Growth
The CHC Nurses Agency Network actively supports members’ professional development through training opportunities, peer mentoring, shared resources and access to subject-matter experts.
Whether you are new to CHC or an established specialist, the network helps you deepen your expertise, build your profile and explore new clinical, consultancy or leadership opportunities within the CHC field.
Commitment to Quality and Safe Patient Care
Everything we do is grounded in a commitment to safe, person-centred, lawful and high-quality care for individuals receiving, or being assessed for, Continuing Healthcare funding. By strengthening the knowledge and resilience of CHC nurses, we help improve outcomes and experiences for patients and families.
Our community promotes reflective practice, learning from incidents, robust documentation and ethical decision-making that align with professional codes and regulatory expectations.
How We Support Healthcare Organisations
Improved Outcomes for People Receiving CHC
By supporting and upskilling CHC nurses, our network indirectly improves the safety, comfort and overall wellbeing of people in receipt of CHC funding or complex care packages. Better assessment, planning and coordination translate into fewer crises, reduced hospital admissions and more stable, person-centred care.
Regulatory Compliance and Inspection Preparedness
Our pre-CQC support, training and shared tools help providers delivering CHC-funded care demonstrate safe, effective, well-led services that meet regulatory standards. We promote best practice in record-keeping, care planning, risk management, MCA/DoLS and safeguarding to support positive inspection outcomes.
Building Capacity and Confidence in CHC Teams
Through training, peer learning and consultancy, we strengthen the skills and confidence of nurses, assessors, case managers and team leaders working in CHC and complex community care. This capacity-building helps organisations respond to increasing demand, complexity and scrutiny within the CHC system.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is open to:
- Agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare or complex care roles
- Independent CHC practitioners and assessors
- Registered nurses in CHC teams, commissioning, case management or community settings
- Nurse leaders and consultants specialising in CHC or complex care
- Healthcare professionals with a demonstrable interest in CHC practice and policy
We welcome new members who are committed to professional standards, continuous improvement and peer-to-peer support.
How to Get Involved
If you are a nurse or healthcare professional working in or around NHS Continuing Healthcare, you can apply to join our private CHC Nurses Agency Network groups and events. Once accepted, you will gain access to confidential discussion forums, shared resources, training opportunities and networking events.
Healthcare organisations interested in training, pre-CQC reviews or CHC consultancy can contact us directly to discuss tailored support for their teams and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy service for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and relevant healthcare professionals involved in CHC, complex care, case management or community nursing can apply to join the network.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome independent practitioners and nurses working in CHC teams, commissioning and community roles.
- What type of training do you provide? We provide training on CHC eligibility, assessments, documentation, case management, Community DoLS/LPS and related legal and regulatory requirements.
- Do you offer support with CQC inspections? Yes, we offer pre-CQC readiness reviews, quality consultancy and practical advice to help services providing CHC-funded care prepare for inspections.
- How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential, moderated groups where they can discuss professional issues, seek advice and share resources 24-7-365.
- Are your events online or in person? We run a mixture of online webinars and virtual meetings, as well as occasional in-person workshops and networking events.
- Does the network provide individual case advice? We offer peer support, discussion and general guidance on complex cases, but individual clinical responsibility remains with the nurse and their employing organisation.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership and any associated fees depend on the specific membership and service options available at the time of joining.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch via our website contact form or by phone to discuss membership, training or consultancy for your organisation.