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CHC Nurses Agency Network – Expert CHC Nursing Support, Training & Community
A Specialist Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Nurses & Healthcare Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated hub for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) nurses, agency nurses, and healthcare organisations seeking expert CHC training, consultancy, and peer support. We bring together experienced CHC professionals, offering a safe, friendly, and professional space to connect, learn, share best practice, and enhance patient care across community and complex care settings.
With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, our network supports nurses at every stage of their CHC career while helping providers and commissioners improve compliance, quality, and outcomes. From peer-led learning and CHC case management support to pre-CQC preparation and practical guidance on complex placements, we are committed to raising standards in CHC nursing nationwide.
A Supportive Professional Network for CHC & Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to relax, connect, and grow professionally. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressure, responsibility, and emotional load that come with delivering safe and compassionate care – especially in the complex field of NHS Continuing Healthcare.
Our members stay in touch 24/7/365 through confidential, invite-only social media groups where they can share experiences, ask questions, and support each other. Many nurses in our network form long-lasting friendships and professional relationships that continue over many years, helping them feel less isolated while working as agency or independent CHC nurses.
We regularly organise online and in-person events to bring our community together – from informal meet-ups to structured workshops and CHC-focused training sessions. New CHC nurses are warmly welcomed into our network and encouraged to join our private professional groups and events.
Comprehensive CHC Training for Nurses & Healthcare Teams
Our CHC training programmes are designed for agency nurses, CHC nurses, nurse assessors, care co-ordinators, and wider MDT professionals who work within NHS Continuing Healthcare pathways. We provide clear, practical education that breaks down complex CHC processes into usable, real-world skills.
Whether you are new to CHC eligibility assessments or need advanced guidance on Decision Support Tools (DSTs), community DOLs, or case management, our courses focus on legal frameworks, best practice, person-centred documentation, and defensible decision-making. Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners who understand the realities of front-line practice.
Specialist Consultancy for CHC Services, Compliance & Quality
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also provides consultancy and advisory support for organisations delivering or commissioning CHC and complex care services. We help providers, agencies, and care homes strengthen their governance, documentation, pathways, and care quality so that CHC-funded individuals receive consistent, safe, and person-centred support.
Our consultancy can include pre-CQC readiness reviews, CHC documentation audits, process mapping, policy development, and guidance on CHC funding pathways, appeals, and reviews. We work collaboratively with your teams to identify gaps and implement practical improvements that support both regulatory compliance and better outcomes for patients.
Specialist CHC Services Tailored to Complex Care Needs
Supporting Safe Transitions Between Care Settings
Expert Guidance for CHC Patients Moving Between Services
Transitions between hospital, home, residential care, and other community settings are high-risk moments for individuals funded through NHS Continuing Healthcare. Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, experienced CHC nurses share best practice, checklists, and real-life solutions to help ensure seamless, safe, and well-coordinated moves.
By drawing on the expertise of our network, nurses and organisations can better plan and manage complex discharges, step-downs, and provider changes, helping to reduce avoidable readmissions, safeguarding risks, and breakdowns in care.
Pre-CQC Support & Quality Assurance for CHC Providers
Strengthening CHC Services Before Inspection
Preparing for a Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection is challenging, particularly for services delivering high-acuity CHC or complex care packages. Through our network, we provide pre-CQC support, including informal reviews of documentation, policies, and day-to-day practice from a CHC perspective.
We highlight areas that commonly attract CQC scrutiny in complex care – such as risk assessment, capacity and consent, DOLs, incident reporting, and care planning – enabling organisations to act proactively and demonstrate robust, person-centred, and compliant CHC services.
Person-Centred Support for People with Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
CHC-Focused Care Planning for Independence and Safety
Many Continuing Healthcare packages support individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and multiple long-term conditions. Our network brings together CHC nurses who specialise in person-centred, behaviourally informed, and rights-based approaches to care for these individuals.
Members share practical tools and templates to help structure robust, individualised care plans that cover daily living, communication, behaviour support, health monitoring, and risk management – always with a focus on maximising independence, dignity, and quality of life within the CHC framework.
CHC & Community DOLs Application Training
Building Confidence in CHC Legal Frameworks & Documentation
Our CHC and community Deprivation of Liberty (DOL) training equips nurses and healthcare professionals with the knowledge they need to apply the law confidently in practice. We cover the interface between CHC funding, the Mental Capacity Act, DOLs in the community, and emerging Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) guidance where relevant.
Training focuses on practical documentation, decision-making, and multi-agency working, helping nurses demonstrate that restrictions are necessary, proportionate, and in the person’s best interests while remaining aligned with CHC policy and local commissioning expectations.
CHC Events, Workshops & Peer-Led Learning
Stay Up-to-Date with CHC Policy, Practice & Networking
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and participates in regular events, webinars, and workshops focused on the latest developments in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care provision, and professional practice for agency nurses.
These events provide opportunities to stay current with CHC policy changes, share case studies and practical experiences, and build strong professional networks with other CHC nurses, case managers, and healthcare leaders across the UK.
Expert CHC Case Management & Professional Peer Support
Holistic Support for Complex CHC Caseloads
Within our network, experienced CHC nurses and case managers support one another in managing complex caseloads, including fast-track cases, high-risk community packages, and challenging family dynamics. While the network does not replace formal supervision, it provides a valuable peer support forum to discuss safe, ethical, and person-centred approaches.
By pooling knowledge around assessment, review, care coordination, and multi-disciplinary working, members feel more confident in making defensible decisions that protect both the individual and the professionals involved, while ensuring efficient use of CHC resources.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together like-minded CHC and agency nurses who want to deliver the highest possible standards of care while maintaining their own professional wellbeing. We combine a supportive community with practical CHC-specific training, resources, and consultancy insights for organisations.
Membership helps you to:
- Build a strong professional peer network of CHC and agency nurses.
- Access CHC-focused training, updates, and practical tools.
- Share and receive 24/7 peer support through confidential groups.
- Stay informed about CHC policy, CQC expectations, and best practice.
- Develop your career in CHC nursing with ongoing learning opportunities.
Whether you are an individual CHC nurse looking for support and development, or an organisation seeking insight into CHC practice and quality, the CHC Nurses Agency Network can help you navigate complexity, stay compliant, and improve outcomes for the people you support.
FAQs About the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community of CHC and agency nurses offering peer support, CHC training, and specialist advice for complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is open to registered nurses, CHC assessors, agency nurses, and other professionals working within NHS Continuing Healthcare or complex care settings.
- How does the network support CHC nurses day-to-day? We provide 24/7 access to confidential social media groups where nurses can share issues, ask questions, and receive peer support in real time.
- Do you offer formal CHC training courses? Yes, we run structured CHC training covering eligibility, DSTs, community DOLs, care planning, case management, and related legal frameworks.
- Can organisations use your expertise for CQC preparation? Organisations can draw on our CHC knowledge for pre-CQC readiness support, including informal reviews of documentation, processes, and complex care provision.
- Is the network only for UK-based nurses? Our focus is on NHS Continuing Healthcare in the UK, so most members are UK-based, although some international professionals with an interest in CHC also engage with our content.
- How do your events and workshops work? We host regular online and occasional in-person events featuring CHC updates, case discussions, and expert-led sessions to build knowledge and confidence.
- Is my participation and discussion in the network confidential? Yes, we operate through invite-only social media groups and expect all members to maintain strict professional confidentiality at all times.
- Does joining the network help with my career development? Being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network can enhance your CHC expertise, expand your professional contacts, and support your long-term career in complex care nursing.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or social channels to request to join, and we will guide you through the simple onboarding and group access process.
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