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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your Community for Continuing Healthcare Nursing, Training & Support
A Dedicated CHC Nursing Network Supporting Agency Nurses & Healthcare Organisations
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community for nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care settings across the UK.
We combine expert-led CHC training, peer-to-peer support, and a thriving private network to help agency nurses grow their careers while supporting organisations to deliver safe, compliant, person-centred care.
Built by nurses for nurses, our network recognises the unique pressures of CHC nursing – from eligibility assessments and complex care planning to working across multiple providers and settings.
Through regular events, confidential online groups and practical resources, we make CHC work more connected, informed and sustainable.
A Community Where CHC Agency Nurses Can Connect, Learn & Thrive
We understand that only another nurse truly understands the realities of nursing – the emotional demands, the clinical responsibility and the daily pressure to get it right for patients and families.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a safe, supportive space where you can share experiences, ask questions and access guidance from colleagues who do the same work you do.
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays connected 24/7/365 through confidential, invite-only social media groups.
Many nurses in our community form long-term friendships, find new opportunities and support each other through the challenges and rewards of CHC practice.
Comprehensive Support & Training for CHC Nursing Professionals
Specialist Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Our Continuing Healthcare training is designed specifically for agency nurses and healthcare staff involved in CHC assessments, reviews and complex care packages.
We cover key areas such as CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) completion, care planning, commissioning pathways and funding applications.
Delivered by experienced CHC practitioners and educators, our courses give you:
- Clear understanding of national CHC frameworks and local processes
- Practical guidance on documentation, evidence gathering and clinical rationales
- Confidence to work effectively with CCGs/ICBs, local authorities and MDTs
- Up-to-date knowledge on policy changes and best practice in CHC
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced agency nurse looking to deepen your expertise, our training helps you deliver safe, lawful and person-centred CHC nursing care.
Peer Support, Mentoring & Professional Growth
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just training – it is an ongoing source of peer support and professional development.
Through our private social media groups and online communities, members can:
- Ask clinical and professional questions in a confidential, non-judgemental space
- Discuss complex CHC cases, eligibility disputes and reviews with experienced colleagues
- Share templates, checklists and practical tools for CHC work
- Explore career opportunities and agency working tips
- Receive informal mentoring from more experienced CHC nurses
We openly share professional issues in real time, helping you feel less isolated and more supported in your CHC role.
Regular CHC Events, Webinars & Networking Opportunities
We run regular events to bring our CHC nursing community together, both online and in person.
These include:
- CHC-focused webinars and workshops on current topics and challenges
- Networking events for agency nurses working in CHC, complex care and community services
- Case discussion sessions to explore learning from real assessments and reviews
- Informal meet-ups and social events to build lasting professional relationships
Our events help you stay updated, build your profile in CHC, and connect with nurses who share your specialist interests.
Supporting Healthcare Organisations with Skilled CHC Nurses
Alongside supporting individual nurses, the CHC Nurses Agency Network also supports healthcare organisations, CHC teams and care providers by connecting them with experienced CHC agency nurses and sharing expertise.
Improving Quality in CHC & Complex Care Services
Our network brings together nurses with strong experience in:
- CHC assessments and reviews across acute, community and care home settings
- Complex care planning for adults with long-term conditions, neurological needs or palliative care
- Multidisciplinary working with ICBs, local authorities and provider teams
- Documentation, evidence and audit readiness for CHC-related quality reviews
By working with CHC-experienced agency nurses, organisations can strengthen compliance, continuity of care and patient outcomes in CHC-funded packages and pathways.
Best Practice in CHC Transitions & Care Coordination
Transitions between hospital, care home and home settings are critical moments for patients funded through Continuing Healthcare.
Our community promotes best practice in:
- Planning and coordinating safe, person-centred discharges for CHC patients
- Ensuring continuity of care across providers and care environments
- Supporting families to understand CHC processes, reviews and appeals
- Keeping documentation and care plans aligned with current needs and risks
Agency nurses with strong CHC skills can make a significant difference to the safety, dignity and experience of people moving between services under CHC funding.
Person-Centred Care Planning for Complex Needs & Learning Disabilities
CHC Care Planning for Complex Health Needs
Many nurses in our network specialise in complex care planning within CHC, including:
- Neurological and spinal conditions
- Advanced dementia and cognitive impairment
- Long-term ventilation and tracheostomy care
- Palliative and end-of-life care
We promote evidence-based, person-centred care planning that balances safety, independence and quality of life, ensuring care plans accurately reflect clinical risk, outcomes and preferences.
Learning Disability (LD) & Autism – Specialist Care & Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also includes nurses experienced in supporting people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and autism, both within CHC and other funding pathways.
Our approach prioritises:
- Person-centred support plans that promote choice, dignity and independence
- Collaborative working with families, support workers and multidisciplinary teams
- Reducing restrictive practices and supporting positive risk-taking
- Ensuring reasonable adjustments and accessible communication
This expertise helps improve outcomes and experiences for people with LD and autism who require ongoing, complex health and social care support.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is ideal for agency nurses, bank nurses and independent practitioners working in or moving into CHC and complex care.
By joining, you gain:
- Access to a private, supportive community of CHC professionals
- Invites to exclusive events, webinars and peer-learning sessions
- Specialist CHC training and resources tailored to agency nursing
- Opportunities to share knowledge, ask questions and build confidence
- Connections that can support your career development and work-life balance
Many within our network become friends and remain connected for years, creating a strong, reliable support system that extends beyond individual contracts and placements.
Our Commitment to Quality, Professionalism & Confidentiality
We are committed to maintaining a professional, ethical and confidential environment across all our groups and activities.
Discussions within our invite-only social media communities are moderated and guided by clear expectations around:
- Confidentiality and respect for patients, families and colleagues
- Sharing good practice, not identifiable information
- Supporting each other with constructive, non-judgemental feedback
- Upholding NMC standards and organisational policies
This enables honest, practical discussion while protecting everyone’s professional integrity.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network Today
If you are an agency nurse working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or community nursing, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you.
We welcome new members into our private social media groups, events and training programmes.
Join our network today to connect with like-minded CHC professionals, expand your knowledge and make your professional life easier, better supported and more sustainable.
Use our contact channels to find out how to become part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network and start benefitting from our community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based community for agency nurses working in or interested in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse with an interest in CHC, complex care or community nursing can request to join our network.
- Is membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network free? Core access to our online community is free, with some optional paid training and event opportunities.
- What type of CHC training do you provide? We offer specialist CHC training on eligibility, DST completion, care planning, reviews and best practice in CHC casework.
- Do you run networking events for CHC nurses? Yes, we regularly host online and in-person events, webinars and meet-ups for CHC and complex care nurses.
- Are the social media groups really private and confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only and moderated, and we expect all members to follow strict confidentiality and professionalism guidelines.
- Can newly qualified or CHC‑new nurses join? Absolutely, we welcome nurses new to CHC and support them with learning, mentoring and peer guidance.
- Do you work directly with healthcare organisations? We collaborate with organisations by sharing best practice, highlighting skilled CHC nurses and supporting quality in CHC services.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or social channels to request an invitation to our private groups and activities.
- Why should I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Joining gives you access to a supportive CHC community, specialist learning, networking opportunities and resources that strengthen your practice and career.
Transform your CHC nursing practice, build meaningful professional connections and stay ahead of changes in Continuing Healthcare by joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network today.
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