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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your Trusted Community for Continuing Healthcare Agency Nurses
Supporting CHC Agency Nurses with Training, Consultancy and a Strong Professional Network
In the fast-paced world of Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nurses play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality and person-centred care. The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together CHC agency nurses from across the UK, offering specialist CHC training, expert consultancy support, and an active professional community where nurses can connect, share experiences and develop their careers.
Our network is a place to relax, learn and connect. Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility and emotional demands of nursing. That is why we have built a safe, confidential and supportive space where CHC agency nurses can access guidance, ask questions and receive real-time support from peers who understand the realities of CHC practice.
About CHC Nurses Agency Network
A Professional Community for Continuing Healthcare Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is made up of around 500 experienced CHC agency nursing professionals working across the UK. We keep in contact daily through confidential, invite-only social media groups, where members can share professional issues, seek advice and support one another 24/7, 365 days a year.
We welcome new members who are actively working in, or moving into, CHC roles. Many nurses in our network develop long-term friendships and professional partnerships that last for years. Our focus is on peer support, high standards of CHC practice, and continuous professional development.
Regular Events, Training and Networking Opportunities
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our CHC agency nurse community together. These include workshops, webinars, case discussion sessions and networking meetups designed to:
- Enhance knowledge of CHC frameworks, assessments and funding
- Support nurses working in complex community and domiciliary settings
- Provide space to discuss challenging cases and professional dilemmas
- Share best practice, resources and practical tools
- Promote wellbeing, resilience and work–life balance for agency nurses
Specialist CHC Training for Agency Nurses
Tailored Continuing Healthcare Training and Skills Development
Our CHC training programmes are designed specifically for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare. We focus on building the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to work safely and effectively across different providers, CCGs/ICBs and community settings.
Training is delivered by highly experienced CHC nurses who understand the realities of practice. We translate policy, frameworks and regulations into practical, real-world learning that you can apply immediately in your day-to-day work.
Core Topics Covered in Our CHC Training Courses
- Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare
- Eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) and checklist processes
- Conducting and contributing to CHC assessments and MDT meetings
- Care planning, risk assessment and outcome-focused documentation
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes and legal frameworks
- Funding routes, commissioning and personal health budgets
- Regulatory and legal compliance in CHC and community practice
- Working collaboratively with families, carers and multi-agency teams
Benefits of CHC Training with CHC Nurses Agency Network
By joining our training programmes, CHC agency nurses and healthcare organisations benefit from:
- Improved confidence in managing complex CHC cases
- Reduced errors, complaints and disputes linked to CHC assessments and decisions
- Stronger, more consistent documentation and care planning
- Enhanced patient safety, dignity and quality of life
- Greater understanding of roles, responsibilities and legal frameworks
- Up-to-date knowledge of policy changes and best practice in CHC
Expert CHC Consultancy and Professional Support
Support for Individual Agency Nurses and Healthcare Organisations
Alongside training, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers specialist consultancy and one-to-one support for agency nurses and organisations working in Continuing Healthcare.
We can help you to:
- Interpret and apply the CHC National Framework correctly
- Review and improve care plans, risk assessments and CHC documentation
- Prepare for panel reviews, appeals and complex decision-making
- Understand and implement community DoL and LPS processes
- Develop robust, person-centred care pathways for complex needs
- Strengthen governance, quality and compliance in CHC services
Person-Centred Care and Support Planning in CHC
Many CHC-funded individuals have complex physical, mental health, learning disability or neurodiverse needs. Our network supports nurses to deliver truly person-centred care by sharing tools, templates and approaches to:
- Create holistic, strengths-based support plans
- Promote independence, dignity and choice in community settings
- Coordinate effectively with families, carers and multi-disciplinary teams
- Manage risk proportionately while maintaining quality of life
CHC Events, Workshops and Peer Learning
Stay Connected, Informed and Up to Date
We regularly host CHC-focused events including webinars, online Q&A sessions, case study reviews and in-person meetups. These events provide:
- Updates on policy changes, ICB guidance and national CHC frameworks
- Opportunities to ask questions in a supportive, non-judgemental environment
- Real-world case discussions covering complex and challenging scenarios
- Networking with like-minded CHC agency nurses across the UK
Practical, Actionable Learning You Can Use Immediately
Our events are designed to be practical and applicable to your everyday work. You will leave with clear strategies, templates and tips that can be used straight away in assessments, documentation, care planning and communication with families and professionals.
Confidential 24/7 Peer Support and Social Media Groups
A Safe Space for CHC Agency Nurses
A core strength of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our confidential, invite-only social media groups. Within these groups, CHC agency nurses can:
- Discuss professional dilemmas and complex cases confidentially
- Share resources, templates and practical tools
- Ask for advice, second opinions and moral support
- Connect with peers who understand the pressures of CHC work
- Access support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
These groups are moderated to maintain professional standards, confidentiality and respect. They are a key part of our mission to make life easier for CHC agency nurses, so you never feel isolated in your role.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network combines expert CHC training, specialist consultancy and a strong peer support community to help you thrive as an agency nurse in Continuing Healthcare.
By joining our network, you will benefit from:
- Access to expert-led CHC training and updates
- Ongoing peer support and professional networking
- Guidance on complex cases, appeals and decision-making
- Improved confidence, competence and career progression
- A safe community where other nurses truly understand your role
Whether you are an experienced CHC agency nurse or are new to Continuing Healthcare, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers the tools, knowledge and community you need to succeed.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse working in, or moving into, Continuing Healthcare agency roles and would like to join our community, training or events, please get in touch via our website or contact details. We will guide you through the simple joining process and provide access to our private social media groups, events calendar and learning opportunities.
FAQs About CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community offering training, consultancy and peer support for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare agency roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and healthcare professionals currently working in, or transitioning into, CHC agency roles across the UK are welcome to join.
- What types of CHC training do you provide? We offer training on CHC eligibility, assessments, DST, care planning, community DoL, documentation and legal/regulatory compliance.
- Are your training sessions suitable for new CHC nurses? Yes, our courses are designed for both nurses new to CHC and experienced practitioners seeking to refresh or deepen their knowledge.
- Do you offer online training and events? Yes, we deliver many of our CHC courses, webinars and Q&A sessions online to make them accessible to agency nurses nationwide.
- How do your private social media groups work? Our invite-only groups provide a confidential space for CHC agency nurses to share issues, ask questions and receive support 24/7.
- Can you support organisations as well as individual nurses? Yes, we work with healthcare providers and agencies to improve CHC practice through training, consultancy and case-based support.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership options vary depending on the level of access and services required, and we can discuss this with you directly.
- How do I access your CHC events and workshops? Once you join the network, you’ll receive regular updates and booking links for upcoming CHC events, workshops and webinars.
- How do I join or find out more? To join or learn more about the CHC Nurses Agency Network, please contact us via our website or email and we will respond with next steps.
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