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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses to Connect, Learn and Grow
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses who want to expand their knowledge, build supportive relationships and progress their nursing careers.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the intensity, responsibility and daily stress that comes with frontline care; our network offers a safe, understanding space to share experiences, gain support and access specialist CHC resources.
We bring together CHC agency nurses from across the UK through private social media groups, specialist training, peer-led events and expert-led discussions, helping you stay informed, connected and confident in your practice.
What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a relaxed yet professional space where nurses working in Continuing Healthcare can connect 24/7 with a core community of around 500 experienced CHC agency nursing professionals.
Members regularly stay in touch, support one another with real-life clinical and professional challenges, and often build friendships that last for many years.
New CHC nurses are warmly welcomed into our confidential, invite-only social media groups and are encouraged to join our regular online and in-person events.
Key Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Access a private community of CHC specialist nurses who understand your work.
- Get practical support with CHC assessments, care planning and documentation.
- Stay up to date on CHC policies, CQC expectations and best practice.
- Attend exclusive workshops, webinars and networking events.
- Share professional issues and questions with peers 24-7-365.
- Develop your career through learning, mentoring and collaboration.
Our Core Areas of Support for CHC Agency Nurses
1. Support with Transitions in Healthcare
Transitions between care settings can be complex for both patients and practitioners, particularly within Continuing Healthcare and community pathways.
Through our network, CHC nurses share best practice tips, documentation examples and practical advice to support safe and person-centred transitions, whether from hospital to home, care home to community, or between providers.
Members can ask confidential questions about complex handovers, coordination with MDTs, risk management and communication with families, receiving guidance from colleagues with extensive CHC experience.
2. Pre-CQC Readiness & Quality Support
Many CHC agency nurses work in settings that are regularly inspected by the CQC, where documentation, care plans and risk assessments are closely scrutinised.
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, we openly discuss CQC expectations, inspection experiences and quality improvement strategies, so you can feel more prepared and confident in your role.
Nurses share real examples of what has worked well, common pitfalls to avoid and how to demonstrate safe, effective, person-centred practice in line with CQC standards.
3. Learning Disability (LD) Care & Personalised Support Plans
Many CHC nurses work with individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs, where well-written care and support plans are essential for safety, dignity and independence.
Our network provides a space to discuss LD best practice, person-centred planning, positive risk-taking and behaviour support, drawing on the experience of nurses who specialise in this area.
Members frequently share examples of personalised LD care plans, communication tools and approaches to working effectively with families and multidisciplinary teams.
CHC Education, Training & Professional Development
4. CHC & Community DoLS Application Process Guidance
Understanding the CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tools (DSTs) and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) can be challenging, especially when working as an agency nurse across multiple settings.
Through the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can access peer guidance, shared resources and expert-led sessions focused on CHC assessments, documentation standards and lawful DoLS practice in community settings.
This support helps you navigate complex administrative processes more efficiently, maintain compliance and improve the quality and defensibility of your CHC-related records.
5. Understanding CHC Policies, Funding & Best Practice
CHC policy and guidance continues to evolve, and our network is committed to keeping members up to date with national frameworks, local interpretations and practical implications for everyday nursing practice.
We regularly discuss topics such as primary health need, CHC funding decisions, appeals, joint funding and how to accurately evidence needs across the CHC domains.
By sharing knowledge and experience, the network helps CHC agency nurses improve their assessment skills, record keeping and multidisciplinary collaboration, ultimately supporting better patient outcomes.
Events, Networking & Community Engagement
6. Regular CHC Nurse Events, Workshops & Peer Meet-Ups
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs and participates in regular events designed specifically for CHC agency nurses and professionals working in complex community care.
These include online webinars, case study discussions, in-person meet-ups, workshops and informal networking sessions where members can share real-world experiences and practical learning.
Events are a great opportunity to build your confidence, expand your professional contacts and stay aligned with emerging trends in Continuing Healthcare and community nursing.
7. Private Social Media Groups & 24/7 Peer Support
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network are our confidential, invite-only social media groups, where around 500 CHC agency nurses connect and communicate every day.
Members use these groups to ask questions, share professional issues, debrief challenging situations and signpost one another to relevant resources and policies, 24-7-365.
This continuous peer support helps reduce isolation, boosts morale and gives you direct access to colleagues who genuinely understand the pressures of CHC nursing.
Case Management Insight & Complex Care Coordination
8. Sharing Best Practice in CHC Case Management
Many members of our network are actively involved in CHC case management, complex care coordination and multidisciplinary working.
Within the community, we share best practice around holistic assessment, risk management, goal setting, MDT collaboration and family engagement in CHC-funded care.
This helps CHC agency nurses better understand the bigger picture of case management and how their role fits into safe, seamless, person-centred care.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Experienced CHC Professionals Who Understand Your World
Our network is built by and for CHC agency nurses, bringing together professionals with extensive experience in Continuing Healthcare, community complex care and LD nursing.
Whether you are new to CHC or highly experienced, you will find colleagues who understand your challenges and can offer practical, realistic advice.
Supportive, Confidential and Non-Judgemental Community
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a supportive, non-judgemental space where professional issues can be discussed honestly and confidentially.
We actively promote respect, ethical practice, patient safety and mutual support, making the network a place where nurses feel safe to ask questions and learn.
Continuous Learning, Growth & Career Development
By joining our community, you gain ongoing access to shared learning, mentorship opportunities, networking and informal CPD-style development.
This continuous exposure to new ideas and perspectives can help you progress your CHC nursing career, increase your confidence and enhance the quality of care you provide.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse or work regularly in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care, we would love to welcome you into our network.
You can request to join our private social media groups, attend our events and start connecting with other CHC nurses straight away.
For more information about membership, events or how to get involved, please visit our website or contact us directly to receive an invitation to our confidential groups.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a professional community of CHC agency nurses offering peer support, networking, training and shared resources.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The network is primarily for agency nurses and professionals working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network free to join? Membership access and any associated costs depend on current arrangements, which can be confirmed when you contact us.
- How do I join the private social media groups? You can request an invitation by contacting us, and once verified as a CHC nurse you will be added to our confidential groups.
- What kind of topics are discussed in the network? Members discuss CHC assessments, documentation, CQC expectations, LD care, case management, policies and real-life professional issues.
- Do you offer CHC training or educational sessions? Yes, we host events, webinars and shared learning sessions focused on CHC processes, DoLS, best practice and current guidance.
- Can I get help with CHC documentation and assessments? Members regularly share practical tips, examples and advice on CHC paperwork, DSTs and care planning within the network.
- Is the network confidential and safe to use? Yes, our groups are invite-only, professionally moderated and designed to be a confidential, supportive space for CHC nurses.
- Do you organise in-person events for CHC nurses? We run and promote both online and in-person meetings, workshops and networking opportunities for our members.
- How can I find out more about the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Visit our website or contact us directly to learn about membership, upcoming events and how to get involved.
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