CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Continuing Healthcare Support & Professional Development

Connecting CHC Agency Nurses, Empowering Practice, and Enhancing Patient Outcomes

CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist hub for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), community care, and complex care pathways. We provide expert-led training, peer support, consultancy, and networking opportunities designed to improve CHC assessments, strengthen legal compliance, and enhance patient outcomes. By bringing together experienced CHC nurses from across the UK, we offer a trusted community where professionals can share knowledge, solve practical challenges, and grow their careers in Continuing Healthcare.

Our Purpose and Core Values

Our purpose is to support, connect, and develop CHC agency nurses and healthcare providers so they can deliver safe, person-centred, and legally robust Continuing Healthcare. We value clinical excellence, collaboration, integrity, and continuous learning. Through our private social media groups, events, and specialist resources, we give CHC nurses the tools and community they need to navigate complex CHC processes confidently and consistently.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community of around 500 CHC agency nurses and associated healthcare professionals. It is a space to relax, seek confidential advice, share real-world CHC experiences, and build long-term professional relationships. Only nurses truly understand the intensity, responsibility, and day‑to‑day pressures of CHC and community nursing, which is why our network is led and moderated by experienced nurses who work in the field.

Members connect via invite-only social media groups and regular in-person and online events. Many nurses in our network become friends and stay in touch for years, providing mutual support, mentorship, and guidance throughout their careers in Continuing Healthcare.

Range of Support & Services Offered

Specialist CHC Training for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

We offer targeted training programmes focused on NHS Continuing Healthcare, CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) assessments, community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL), care planning, and legal compliance. Our courses are written and delivered by experienced CHC nurses who understand the realities of agency work, commissioning expectations, and multidisciplinary team dynamics.

Whether you are new to CHC nursing or a seasoned professional looking to update your knowledge, our training is practical, case-based, and aligned with current national frameworks and guidance. You will gain the skills and confidence to complete robust CHC assessments, challenge decisions appropriately, and advocate for patients’ rights.

Peer Support, Mentoring, and Professional Networking

Our private, confidential online groups give members 24/7 access to a supportive professional community. Nurses use these spaces to discuss complex CHC cases (with respect for confidentiality), explore best practice, debrief from challenging situations, and share opportunities and resources. Informal mentoring naturally develops within the network, with experienced CHC nurses offering guidance to those new to the field.

We also host regular networking events, both online and in-person, where members can meet, share experiences, and collaborate. These events create a unique opportunity to build strong professional links across different agencies, ICBs, and care settings.

Expert Guidance on Continuing Healthcare and Community Care

Support with CHC Processes and Documentation

Through our resources, discussions, and training, we help CHC nurses improve the quality and consistency of their documentation, care plans, and clinical rationales. We focus on key areas such as the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare, DST completion, multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, reviews, appeals, and fast-track processes.

Our goal is to equip agency nurses with the tools to deliver legally sound, defensible, and person-centred CHC assessments and care plans that stand up to scrutiny from ICBs, CQC, and legal teams.

Best Practice in Transitions and Complex Care Pathways

Transitions between hospital, community settings, and long-term care arrangements can be challenging and high risk. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides guidance and shared learning on how to manage these transitions safely, ensuring continuity of care and minimising avoidable readmissions.

Members share real-world examples of effective transition planning, risk management, and multidisciplinary coordination, helping each other to develop robust and patient-focused approaches.

Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) and Legal Compliance

Training and Support for Community DoL in CHC Settings

We provide focused support and training on community DoL applications, ensuring CHC nurses understand legal thresholds, documentation requirements, and best practice in safeguarding and capacity assessments. This is crucial for nurses working with individuals who require restrictions in the community, including supported living, domiciliary care, and nursing home placements.

Our network discusses practical scenarios and case studies, helping nurses apply the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty safeguards correctly in the context of Continuing Healthcare.

Professional Events, Workshops, and CHC Updates

Stay Up to Date with CHC Policy and Practice

We run regular webinars, workshops, and events focused on CHC updates, policy changes, and emerging best practices. These sessions are designed to keep CHC agency nurses informed about national guidance, local commissioning changes, and new legal developments that affect Continuing Healthcare and community care.

By attending our events, members can easily maintain their professional knowledge, evidence their CPD, and ensure their CHC practice remains current and compliant.

Networking with CHC Experts and Peers

Our events bring together CHC nurses, case managers, commissioners, and legal/clinical experts. Attendees can ask questions, share their experiences, and build relationships that can directly benefit their practice and career progression.

These networking opportunities are particularly valuable for agency nurses who may otherwise feel professionally isolated while working across multiple services and settings.

Support for Agency Nurses Working Across Providers

Helping You Thrive as a CHC Agency Nurse

Working as an agency nurse in CHC can be rewarding, but it also brings challenges such as varying local processes, different MDT cultures, and changing documentation requirements. The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a stable professional “home base” where you can seek advice, share challenges, and access consistent support regardless of which organisation you are currently working with.

By pooling knowledge from nurses across multiple agencies, providers, and regions, we help members adapt quickly to new environments while maintaining high clinical and professional standards.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you become part of a dedicated community of professionals who understand the complex and demanding nature of Continuing Healthcare. Our members benefit from targeted CHC training, 24/7 peer support, confidential discussion spaces, and regular updates on policy and practice. Whether you are focused on CHC assessments, case management, community complex care, or quality improvement, we help you work more confidently, efficiently, and effectively.

Benefits for Your Practice and Career

Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network supports your continuous professional development and strengthens your professional profile. You can:

• Build a strong CHC-focused professional network across the UK.
• Access peer support and mentoring from experienced CHC nurses.
• Stay up to date with CHC, community DoL, and legal developments.
• Improve the quality and defensibility of your CHC documentation.
• Gain clarity and confidence in complex or high-risk cases.
• Demonstrate ongoing CPD and commitment to best practice.

Our network is suitable for nurses and healthcare professionals working with NHS Continuing Healthcare at all levels, from newly CHC-focused staff to highly experienced practitioners seeking a like‑minded professional community.

Our Commitment to Professionalism and Confidentiality

We are committed to maintaining a high standard of professionalism across our network. Discussions are moderated to ensure confidentiality, respect, and adherence to relevant professional codes of conduct. Members are encouraged to anonymise case details and protect patient and organisational identities while still gaining the benefit of shared learning and collective problem-solving.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are a CHC agency nurse or a healthcare professional working within NHS Continuing Healthcare, you are welcome to apply to join our private online community and attend our events. Once accepted, you will gain access to our invite-only social media groups, member updates, and information about upcoming training and networking opportunities.

To get started, visit our website or contact us to express your interest. Our team will provide further details on membership, eligibility, and how to connect with the wider CHC Nurses Agency Network.

FAQs about CHC Nurses Agency Network

1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? It is a professional community and support network for nurses and healthcare professionals specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, case managers, and healthcare professionals involved in CHC assessments, reviews, and community care pathways are welcome to apply.
3. Is the network only for UK-based nurses? Yes, our focus is on UK NHS Continuing Healthcare, so our content and discussions are tailored to UK frameworks and practice.
4. What kind of training do you offer? We provide specialist CHC training on eligibility assessments, DSTs, documentation, community DoL, care planning, and legal/ethical considerations.
5. How do the private social media groups work? Members are invited to confidential, moderated online groups where they can ask questions, share experiences, and access peer support 24/7.
6. Do you run in-person events as well as online sessions? Yes, we run a mix of online webinars and in‑person networking and learning events throughout the year.
7. Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership options may vary over time, so please contact us or check our website for the latest information on fees and access.
8. Can I use network activities as part of my CPD? Yes, participation in our training, events, and learning activities can contribute to your CPD evidence, subject to your professional body’s requirements.
9. Will my employer or agency see what I post? Our groups are private and moderated, and we expect members to maintain confidentiality and professionalism while protecting their own and others’ identities.
10. How do I apply to become a member? Visit our website or contact us directly, and we will guide you through the simple application and onboarding process.

Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network means connecting with a specialist community that understands Continuing Healthcare and supports you to deliver safe, compliant, and compassionate care every day.