CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Nursing Support, Training & Community
Connecting, Supporting and Developing CHC Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community and consultancy service dedicated to nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care. We bring together agency nurses, independent practitioners, and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, strengthen practice, and improve patient outcomes. Through expert-led CHC training, peer support, professional networking and consultancy, we help nurses navigate complex healthcare pathways, regulatory requirements and day-to-day challenges in modern clinical practice.
Our network is built by nurses, for nurses. We understand the pressures of working in CHC, from tight assessment deadlines and complex funding decisions to delivering safe, person-centred care in community and home settings. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a safe, supportive space where nurses can connect, learn, de-stress and grow professionally alongside colleagues who truly understand their work.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Dedicated Community for CHC and Complex Care Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invitation-only community of around 500 specialist CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals across the UK. Members are connected through secure, confidential social media groups and regular online and in-person events.
Within our network, nurses share real-time updates, discuss professional issues, explore complex cases (within confidentiality boundaries), and offer mutual support 24/7/365. Many nurses form long-term friendships and professional partnerships that continue for years, helping to reduce isolation and burnout while strengthening practice.
A Relaxed Space to Talk Honestly About Nursing
We know that only another nurse truly understands the realities of nursing in CHC and complex care. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a relaxed, non-judgemental environment where members can talk openly about the pressures of the job, share coping strategies, and celebrate successes.
Whether you are managing CHC assessments, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), MDT meetings, hospital discharges or ongoing case management, our network offers a safe space to debrief, ask questions, and gain perspective from colleagues with similar experience.
Specialist CHC Training and Professional Development
Continuing Healthcare Training Designed for Nurses
Alongside our community support, we provide specialist Continuing Healthcare (CHC) training programmes tailored to nurses working in:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare assessment teams
- Hospital discharge and complex care teams
- Community nursing and domiciliary care
- Care homes and supported living services
- Agency and bank nursing roles
Our training focuses on the core competencies CHC nurses need, including:
- Understanding the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework
- Completing robust CHC checklists and DSTs
- Evidence-based documentation and clinical justification
- Care planning for complex and long-term conditions
- Managing disputes, appeals and fast-track funding
All sessions are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and trainers who work actively within the field and understand the latest policy updates and best practice.
Enhancing Knowledge for Better Patient Outcomes
Our CHC training modules are designed to give nurses the confidence and skills to deliver safer, more consistent care and support:
- Clear understanding of eligibility criteria and decision-making in CHC
- Improved quality of clinical assessments and reports
- Effective multi-disciplinary team (MDT) working
- Compliance with regulatory expectations such as CQC standards
- Person-centred, outcome-focused care planning
By investing in CHC-specific professional development, organisations and individual nurses can reduce assessment errors, minimise appeals, and improve patient and family satisfaction.
Healthcare Consultancy and Strategic Support for CHC Nurses
Expert Guidance for Organisations Working with CHC Patients
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also provides consultancy services for healthcare organisations, care providers and agencies that support CHC-funded individuals. Our experienced CHC specialists can assist with:
- Reviewing CHC-related policies, procedures and documentation
- Strengthening care planning for high-acuity and complex cases
- Supporting quality assurance and audit processes
- Advising on workforce development for CHC roles
- Preparing teams for regulatory scrutiny and contract monitoring
We work collaboratively with your leadership, clinical and governance teams to ensure safe, compliant and person-centred CHC practice across your organisation.
Supporting Safe Transitions and Discharge Planning
Effective transitions from hospital to home or between care settings are crucial for CHC-funded patients. Our network brings together nurses experienced in:
- Discharge to assess (D2A) pathways
- Fast-track CHC and end-of-life pathways
- Community-based complex care packages
- Inter-service handovers and communication
Drawing on this collective expertise, we provide guidance and training on safe discharge planning, continuity of care, and reducing readmissions, ensuring patients and families experience smoother, safer transitions.
Person-Centred Care Planning for Complex Needs & Learning Disabilities
Many CHC-funded individuals live with learning disabilities, autism, dementia or multiple long-term conditions. Our network includes nurses skilled in developing:
- Highly personalised, strengths-based care plans
- Holistic risk assessments and positive behaviour support plans
- Communication support and reasonable adjustments
- Multi-agency care coordination with families and professionals
This collaborative approach promotes independence, dignity and quality of life while meeting clinical, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
Events, Networking and Peer Support for CHC Nurses
Regular CHC Events and Knowledge-Sharing Sessions
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events to bring our community together. These include:
- Webinars on CHC policy updates and best practice
- Case discussion forums and reflective practice sessions
- Peer support meetings for agency and independent CHC nurses
- Workshops on documentation, assessment and advocacy skills
- Informal meet-ups to build social and professional connections
These events help nurses stay up to date with CHC developments, share real-world experiences, and build confidence in managing complex situations.
Private Social Media Groups for 24/7 Support
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network gain access to confidential, invite-only social media groups where they can:
- Ask questions and seek advice from experienced CHC colleagues
- Share resources, templates, tools and learning materials
- Discuss professional challenges in a supportive environment
- Celebrate achievements and milestones together
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays in touch daily, creating a powerful support system that is available whenever you need it.
Key Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Professional Growth and Career Development
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you:
- Build a strong professional CHC nursing network
- Access specialist Continuing Healthcare training and resources
- Develop your skills in assessment, documentation and advocacy
- Discover new roles, contracts and opportunities within CHC
- Strengthen your professional profile and confidence
Improved Practice, Compliance and Patient Care
For both individual nurses and organisations, our community and consultancy support can help to:
- Enhance the quality and consistency of CHC assessments
- Reduce the risk of funding disputes and appeals
- Improve documentation standards and audit readiness
- Support safer, more person-centred care planning
- Align practice with NHS and CQC expectations
Wellbeing, Belonging and Peer Support
Nursing in CHC can be demanding and isolating, especially for agency and independent practitioners. The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers:
- A sense of belonging within a specialist professional community
- Opportunities to relax, share and decompress with peers
- Long-lasting friendships and mutual support networks
- A safe space to talk about the realities of CHC nursing
Why Choose the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by Experienced CHC Nurses for CHC Nurses
Our network is led and supported by experienced Continuing Healthcare nurses who have worked across commissioning, acute, community and social care settings. This real-world expertise ensures that everything we offer—from training to peer support—is practical, relevant and immediately useful in your day-to-day work.
Person-Centred, Practice-Focused Support
We take a person-centred approach to both care and professional development. Our services are tailored to the needs of:
- Individual CHC agency nurses and practitioners
- Healthcare organisations and CHC providers
- Teams delivering complex care at home, in the community, or in care settings
Whether you want to grow your CHC career, strengthen your service, or simply feel more supported in your role, we offer flexible, achievable and realistic solutions.
Committed to Raising Standards in Continuing Healthcare
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is committed to improving CHC practice, patient experiences and staff wellbeing across the UK. We continuously update our training, events and resources to reflect:
- Changes to the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework
- Emerging best practice in assessment and case management
- Regulatory expectations from CQC and other bodies
- Feedback and learning from our member community
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse working in Continuing Healthcare, complex care or related fields, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you. By joining our community, you will gain access to:
- Private, confidential social media groups
- Regular CHC-focused events and training
- A network of around 500 specialist CHC nurses
- Opportunities for collaboration, learning and friendship
Contact us today to find out how to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network, access our training programmes, or discuss consultancy support for your organisation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community and consultancy service for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is open to nurses and healthcare professionals with an interest or active role in Continuing Healthcare, complex care and related services.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? No, we welcome agency nurses, bank staff, independent practitioners and employed nurses involved in CHC work.
- What kind of CHC training do you offer? We provide specialist training on CHC frameworks, assessments, documentation, care planning, fast-track pathways and MDT working.
- Do you offer consultancy for organisations? Yes, we support organisations with CHC-related policy reviews, quality assurance, workforce development and practice improvement.
- How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential online groups where they can share resources, ask questions and access peer support 24/7.
- Are your events and training sessions online or in person? We offer a mix of online webinars, virtual meetings and, where possible, in-person events to suit members across the UK.
- Is there a fee to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership and training fees vary depending on the level of access and services required, and we can discuss options during your enquiry.
- How will joining the network help my CHC career? Joining gives you access to specialist education, networking opportunities, peer support and potential career openings within the CHC field.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us through our website or contact details provided on our platform to enquire about membership, training or consultancy support.