CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Consultancy & Community
Specialist Support for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), commissioning, and complex community care across the UK. We combine expert CHC training and consultancy with a thriving community of over 500 agency nurses, helping you grow your career, stay compliant, and feel genuinely supported.
Built by nurses for nurses, our network offers evidence-based training, practical CHC guidance, case management support and peer-to-peer collaboration so you can deliver safe, high-quality care while navigating the complexities of CHC funding, assessments and community practice.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a professional community and resource centre for CHC agency nurses, case managers, and clinicians working within Continuing Healthcare and complex care settings.
We create opportunities to relax, connect and share with colleagues who truly understand the day-to-day realities of CHC nursing. Through invite-only social media groups, regular events and ongoing CPD training, we support you clinically, professionally and emotionally throughout your CHC career.
Comprehensive CHC Training & Professional Development
Our CHC-focused training programmes are designed specifically for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in Continuing Healthcare, complex community care and commissioning roles. We cover CHC eligibility, frameworks, assessments, care planning, MDT working, regulatory compliance, and much more.
Courses are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and consultants who work at the front line of NHS Continuing Healthcare, ensuring everything is practical, up-to-date and rooted in real-world practice. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, our training supports your ongoing CPD, revalidation and career progression.
Specialist Training in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) & Community DoLS
One of our core areas of expertise is structured training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). We help nurses and case managers understand CHC frameworks, Decision Support Tools (DST), eligibility criteria, funding pathways and legal safeguards.
Our sessions demystify checklist completion, MDT DST meetings, documentation standards, best-interest decisions, and community DoLS applications, supporting you to work ethically, lawfully and confidently in complex situations.
Pre-CQC & Quality Readiness Support for Providers
Many CHC agency nurses in our network work with care homes, domiciliary services and complex care providers preparing for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections. Through our training and consultancy, we support nurses and providers to understand and meet CQC requirements around CHC, safeguarding, documentation and person-centred care.
We help identify compliance gaps, training needs and documentation shortfalls, providing practical recommendations that improve service quality and inspection readiness, while also supporting nurses to work within safe, well-led environments.
Supporting Safe Transitions & Complex Community Care
Transitions between hospital, home and community settings can be especially challenging for CHC patients with complex needs. CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses involved in discharge planning, step-down care, and community care coordination to ensure safe, well-managed transitions.
Our training and peer support focus on continuity of care, MDT communication, risk assessment, and personalised planning, helping to reduce avoidable readmissions and improve patient and family experience during transfers.
Person-Centred Transition Planning for CHC Patients
We guide nurses in developing individualised transition care plans that consider clinical needs, social circumstances, mental capacity and family involvement. This approach supports smoother discharges, clearer expectations and safer care in community or home settings.
By working collaboratively with acute teams, community services, GPs, therapists and families, CHC nurses can coordinate care that is joined-up, compassionate and aligned with CHC funding decisions and local policies.
Specialist Care Planning for Learning Disabilities & Autism
Many CHC cases involve individuals with learning disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural needs. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses to create robust, person-centred care and support plans that promote safety, inclusion and quality of life.
Using current best practice, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles and legal frameworks, our network helps nurses develop care plans that address daily living, communication, health monitoring and meaningful activity for people with LD and autism.
Promoting Independence, Choice & Wellbeing
Every support plan should balance risk management with independence and dignity. We encourage nurses to co-produce plans with individuals, families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure goals are realistic, person-centred and empowering.
Through our shared resources and discussions, agency nurses gain confidence in advocating for reasonable adjustments, personalised care and community inclusion for people with learning disabilities under CHC.
Expert CHC Case Management & Coordination
Effective case management is central to high-quality Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together nurses and case managers who coordinate complex packages of care, monitor outcomes and ensure compliance with CHC legislation and policy.
We share best practice on holistic assessment, risk management, capacity and consent, safeguarding, and collaborative care planning, so you can manage CHC caseloads safely and efficiently while maintaining a person-centred focus.
Integrated, Person-Centred CHC Pathways
Our members work closely with ICBs, local authorities, providers, families and advocacy services to develop integrated care pathways that reflect both clinical and emotional needs. This joined-up approach improves quality of life, maximises resources and strengthens the overall CHC process.
Within our network, nurses can confidentially explore complex cases, share learning and seek peer advice, making CHC case management less isolating and more collaborative.
A Supportive Professional Community for CHC Agency Nurses
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibility and emotional load of our work. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to be a place where you can relax, offload and connect with colleagues who “get it”.
We run regular online and in-person events, webinars, and informal catch-ups to bring our CHC community together. Many nurses in our network have built long-lasting friendships and professional connections that support them throughout their careers.
Private, Invite-Only Social Media Groups
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stays connected through confidential, invite-only social media groups available 24-7-365.
Members openly share professional issues, practice queries, job opportunities, policy updates and clinical challenges in a safe, moderated space where confidentiality and professionalism are paramount.
Events, Workshops & Networking for CHC Nurses
We host regular CHC-focused workshops, CPD events, panel discussions and networking sessions to keep you informed and connected. Topics include CHC framework changes, documentation best practice, complex case discussions, mental wellbeing, and career development for agency nurses.
These events provide a valuable chance to learn from CHC specialists, share experiences, ask questions and build your professional profile within the Continuing Healthcare field.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- CHC Expertise: Learn from experienced CHC nurses, case managers and consultants with real-world NHS Continuing Healthcare experience.
- Tailored to Agency Nurses: All our content, training and support is designed specifically for agency nurses working within CHC and complex community care.
- Stronger Compliance & Confidence: Stay up to date with CHC frameworks, CQC expectations, safeguarding, DoLS and legal requirements to practise safely and confidently.
- Supportive Community: Access a private, understanding network where you can ask questions, share concerns and get peer support 24-7.
- Professional Growth: Build your CV, gain CPD, expand your network and open up new CHC roles and opportunities through connections within the group.
- Up-to-Date Insights: Receive regular updates on policy changes, CHC guidance, case law and best practice relevant to your daily work.
- Wellbeing & Resilience: Connect with colleagues who truly understand the emotional demands of CHC nursing, reducing isolation and burnout risk.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome registered nurses and allied health professionals with experience or interest in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex community care or case management.
To join, simply get in touch via our website or social channels, and we will guide you through the process of becoming part of our invite-only social media communities, training programmes and events.
Once accepted, you will gain access to our confidential online groups, event invitations, CHC resources and peer support network to help you thrive as a CHC agency nurse.
Partner with CHC Nurses Agency Network for CHC Excellence
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is passionate about elevating standards in Continuing Healthcare by empowering agency nurses with the knowledge, skills and support they need to deliver exceptional care.
Whether you are an individual nurse, a nursing agency, a CHC team or a care provider, we can work with you to develop CHC training, consultancy and community solutions that strengthen practice and improve outcomes for adults with complex health needs.
Contact us today to discover how joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support your practice, your career and your wellbeing as a CHC professional.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK community providing CHC training, consultancy and peer support for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and allied health professionals with experience or interest in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or case management can apply to join.
- Do you provide formal CHC training courses? Yes, we offer structured CHC training covering eligibility, DSTs, assessment, documentation, community DoLS and regulatory compliance.
- Is your training suitable for new CHC nurses? Our programmes support both nurses who are new to CHC and experienced practitioners looking to update and deepen their knowledge.
- How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential, moderated online groups where they can share issues, ask questions and network with other CHC professionals 24-7.
- Do you help with CQC and compliance issues? We support nurses and providers with guidance on CQC expectations, documentation standards and quality improvement related to CHC practice.
- What types of events do you run? We host webinars, workshops, case discussions, networking sessions and CPD events focused on CHC practice, policy updates and professional development.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Membership options vary, so please contact us directly for up-to-date information on fees and what is included.
- Can agencies or organisations partner with you? Yes, we collaborate with nursing agencies, CHC teams and providers to deliver tailored CHC training and support solutions.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply reach out via our website or social media, and we will guide you through the joining process and introduce you to our community and resources.