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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training and Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses

A Dedicated Community for CHC Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community built by nurses, for nurses, specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care in the community. Our mission is to connect, support, and upskill agency nurses so they can deliver safe, person-centred, and compliant care across all settings.

We understand the realities of agency work, from challenging caseloads to navigating CHC assessments, documentation, and multidisciplinary working. Within our network, you can relax, share experiences with people who truly “get it”, and access specialist guidance to make your professional life easier and more rewarding.

With an active core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide a confidential space to connect, ask questions, and develop your CHC expertise every day of the year.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Peer Support from Nurses Who Understand CHC

A Safe Space to Share Challenges and Solutions

Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility, and emotional demands of nursing, especially in Continuing Healthcare. Our network brings together CHC-experienced nurses who openly share professional issues, tips, and solutions in a supportive, non-judgemental environment.

Through our private, invite-only social media groups, members can discuss complex CHC cases, care planning queries, documentation, community DoLS, and practical day-to-day challenges whenever they need support.

Build Long-Term Professional Relationships and Friendships

Networking That Lasts Beyond a Single Shift

Many nurses within the CHC Nurses Agency Network become long-term colleagues and friends, staying connected even when they move organisations, regions, or roles. Our community is about more than one-off conversations – it’s about building a strong, trusted network that supports you throughout your nursing career.

Members regularly collaborate on new opportunities, share resources, and signpost each other to roles, training, and development that suit their skills and interests in the CHC field.

Events, Training and Professional Development for CHC Nurses

Regular Networking Events for CHC Agency Nurses

Connect, Learn and Relax with Your Peers

We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community of CHC nurses together. These sessions offer the chance to unwind, network, and discuss current challenges in a relaxed environment where everyone understands the nature of CHC work.

From informal meet-ups to structured discussion groups, our events help you expand your professional contacts, share best practice, and stay motivated in a demanding area of nursing.

Specialist CHC and Community DoLS Training (Coming Soon / Where Available)

Enhance Your Confidence in CHC Processes

The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports access to specialist training that strengthens nurses’ understanding of the CHC eligibility process, Decision Support Tool (DST), community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) applications, and complex care planning. Training sessions are designed for busy agency nurses and delivered in an accessible, practical way.

Whether you are new to CHC or looking to refresh your knowledge, our learning opportunities aim to increase your confidence in managing CHC-funded packages safely, documenting care effectively, and complying with national guidance and local policies.

24/7 Confidential Professional Discussion Groups

Private Social Media Groups for CHC Nurses

Always-On Support from a 500-Strong Network

Our core network of approximately 500 CHC agency nurses stays connected via confidential, invite-only social media groups that operate 24-7-365. Members use these groups to seek advice, share updates, and learn from real-world cases in a secure, professional space.

From late-night questions after a challenging shift to quick checks on CHC documentation, you can rely on your peers for timely support and shared experience whenever you need it most.

Open Sharing of Professional Issues and Best Practice

Learning Together to Improve Patient Care

Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, we actively encourage open and constructive discussion around professional issues, including safeguarding, capacity and consent, risk assessment, and person-centred planning. This collaborative approach helps agency nurses continuously improve care quality while protecting their own professional accountability.

Members share tools, templates, and practical tips that can be used in daily practice, helping to standardise high-quality documentation and support better outcomes for people funded under CHC and related community frameworks.

Support for CHC Casework, Transitions and Complex Needs

Navigating CHC-Funded Packages and Case Management

Practical Guidance from Nurses with CHC Experience

Many nurses in our network work on CHC-funded packages of care in the community, including complex physical health needs, behaviour that challenges, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions. The network is an invaluable source of peer guidance on managing these caseloads safely and effectively.

Members discuss topics such as care coordination, multidisciplinary working, escalation pathways, and communicating with commissioners, ensuring agency nurses feel less isolated and more supported in their roles.

Person-Centred Care for People with Complex and Learning Disabilities

Promoting Dignity, Independence and Quality of Life

Our nurses often care for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex behavioural needs. Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, members share approaches to person-centred care planning, positive risk management, and enabling independence while maintaining safety.

By pooling experience from multiple settings and scenarios, we help each other refine our practice, improve communication with families and carers, and deliver genuinely person-centred support that respects each individual’s preferences and goals.

Continuous Professional Growth for CHC Agency Nurses

Develop Your Career in Continuing Healthcare

From New Starters to Experienced CHC Practitioners

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is open to nurses at all stages of their CHC journey, from those just starting to pick up CHC shifts to highly experienced practitioners and assessors. Within the network, you can explore career pathways, specialist opportunities, and potential routes into advanced roles or leadership within CHC.

Sharing real-life experiences, interview tips, and role insights helps members make informed decisions about their professional development and progression in the CHC field.

Staying Up to Date with CHC Policy and Practice

Keeping Pace with a Changing Healthcare Landscape

Continuing Healthcare policy, commissioning approaches, and best practice continue to evolve. Our network helps members stay informed by signposting key updates, discussing the practical impact of changes, and sharing reliable resources for further learning.

Being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network means you do not have to navigate changes alone; you have a ready-made community to help interpret and apply new guidance in your day-to-day nursing role.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

We welcome new members who are actively working, or interested in working, in CHC and complex community nursing. Joining gives you access to our private social media groups, regular events, and the collective expertise of hundreds of CHC agency nurses.

If you are looking for a professional home where you can relax, learn, and connect with others who understand the realities of CHC nursing, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you.

Contact us today to find out how to join our community and start benefiting from peer support, networking, and professional development tailored specifically to CHC nurses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.

2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Registered nurses and experienced healthcare professionals involved in CHC-funded care or interested in developing a career within Continuing Healthcare are welcome to join.

3. Is the network only for UK-based nurses?

Our core focus is on UK CHC practice, so the majority of our members are UK-based nurses working within NHS Continuing Healthcare frameworks.

4. How do I access the private social media groups?

Once you join the network, you will receive an invitation and guidance on how to access our confidential, invite-only social media groups.

5. Does the network provide formal CHC training?

We support access to CHC-related learning and share training opportunities, while also offering peer-to-peer learning and discussion around CHC practice.

6. Are the events online or in-person?

We run a mixture of online and, where possible, in-person events to suit the varying locations and schedules of our agency nurse members.

7. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Details about any membership fees or costs are provided when you enquire to join, and we aim to keep access as affordable and inclusive as possible.

8. Can student nurses or newly qualified nurses join?

Yes, students and newly qualified nurses with an interest in CHC can join to learn from experienced practitioners and explore this specialist field.

9. How active is the community?

Our core network of around 500 CHC nurses is active every day, with 24-7-365 discussion and support available through our social media groups.

10. How do I get started with joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Simply contact us via our website or listed contact details, and we will guide you through the quick steps to become a member of the network.

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