CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
Empowering UK Agency Nurses in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service dedicated to supporting agency nurses, CHC professionals and independent practitioners working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community care across the UK.
We combine expert CHC training, practical consultancy, and a strong, supportive peer network so that nurses can deliver safer, more effective, and compliant person‑centred care, while building sustainable and rewarding careers in CHC and community nursing.
With in-depth knowledge of UK CHC frameworks, CQC requirements, and complex community care pathways, CHC Nurses Agency Network provides the tools, resources and connections agency nurses need to thrive in demanding healthcare environments.
Specialist CHC Training & Professional Development for Agency Nurses
Targeted Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) & Community DoLS
Our CHC training programmes are designed specifically for nurses and health professionals involved in eligibility assessments, care planning, commissioning and case management for Continuing Healthcare.
We provide clear, practical guidance on applying the National Framework, understanding the Decision Support Tool (DST), documenting needs effectively, and ensuring lawful, person‑centred use of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in community settings.
Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners and is ideal for agency nurses new to CHC, as well as experienced CHC nurses who want to update their knowledge and maintain compliance with evolving guidance.
CQC Preparedness & Quality Assurance Workshops
Agency nurses regularly work in environments that must meet CQC standards for safety, effectiveness, responsiveness and leadership. Our workshops help nurses understand how their daily practice contributes to CQC compliance and inspection outcomes.
We explore documentation best practice, safe care and treatment, consent, safeguarding, and how to evidence person‑centred, outcome‑focused care in line with regulatory expectations, giving agency nurses the confidence to support providers before, during and after inspections.
Managing Transitions & Person‑Centred Community Care
Transitions between hospital, home, community placements and specialist services are high‑risk moments for patients and staff. CHC Nurses Agency Network offers learning and peer support on how to manage safe, coordinated transitions for people with complex needs, including those eligible for CHC.
We focus on individualised care planning, clear communication, multi‑disciplinary working and risk management, ensuring that nurses can support people to move between settings with dignity, continuity and minimal disruption.
Consultancy & Peer Support in CHC, LD & Complex Community Care
Person‑Centred Support for People with Learning Disabilities & Autism
Many CHC and community nurses support people with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and additional complex needs. Through our network, nurses can access specialist advice and shared resources on person‑centred LD care, positive risk‑taking and behavioural support.
We promote evidence‑based approaches that enhance quality of life, dignity and independence, while ensuring that legal, safeguarding and best‑interest frameworks are followed in every aspect of care.
Expert CHC Case Management & Care Coordination Support
For nurses involved in CHC case management, our community and consultancy services provide guidance on coordinating multidisciplinary input, building seamless care pathways, and supporting people with highly complex, long‑term conditions.
We help agency nurses navigate funding issues, capacity and consent, family expectations, and inter‑agency working, so that both clinical and emotional needs are met in a consistent, lawful and compassionate way.
Support for Providers with Pre‑CQC Reviews & Continuous Improvement
Although our focus is on supporting nurses, we also work alongside organisations that employ CHC agency nurses to help them review practice ahead of CQC inspections and embed a culture of ongoing quality improvement.
Through reflective practice, peer discussion and consultancy, we help providers and agency staff align their care delivery, documentation and governance arrangements with current CQC standards and best practice guidance.
A Strong, Private Community for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Connect, Share & De‑Stress
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training and consultancy service – it is a supportive professional community where nurses understand each other’s pressures, workload and responsibilities.
We host confidential, invite‑only social media groups and online spaces where around 500 CHC agency nurses across the UK share practice issues, ask questions, and support each other 24‑7‑365.
Members regularly build long‑term friendships, gain mentorship, and find a place to reflect honestly on the realities of CHC and agency nursing with colleagues who truly “get it”.
Events, Meet‑Ups & Networking Opportunities
We run regular online and in‑person events to bring our community together, including CHC workshops, clinical update sessions, reflective practice groups and informal networking meet‑ups.
These events help nurses stay updated on policy changes, share real‑world case experiences and build a strong professional network that supports career growth and emotional wellbeing.
Continuous Learning in a Changing CHC Landscape
CHC guidance, assessment tools, and commissioning arrangements evolve over time, and agency nurses must keep pace to remain compliant and effective. Our network ensures that members are first to hear about key changes affecting their CHC practice.
Through curated resources, expert input and peer learning, we encourage lifelong professional development so nurses can confidently handle complex eligibility decisions, reviews, appeals and care transitions.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Led by Experienced CHC Nurses & Practitioners
Our network is led by experienced CHC clinicians and senior nurses who understand the pressures of agency work, tight timeframes, and complex multi‑agency decision‑making.
This real‑world experience means that all guidance, training and consultancy is practical, relevant and immediately applicable to the situations agency nurses face every day.
A Person‑Centred Approach to Care & Professional Support
We place person‑centred care at the heart of everything we do – from how we support nurses, to how we teach CHC assessment and care planning for patients.
Our aim is to help nurses deliver individualised, rights‑based care that respects people’s preferences, maximises independence and ensures their voice is central to every decision.
Ongoing Support, Not Just One‑Off Training
Unlike many one‑off training providers, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers ongoing access to support, discussion and updates long after a course ends.
Members can return to the network whenever they face a difficult CHC case, complex transition, or regulatory challenge, knowing they can draw on a large community of knowledgeable peers and experts.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse or health professional working in or moving into Continuing Healthcare, community nursing, learning disability or complex care roles, the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support you.
Join us to:
- Access specialist CHC training and resources
- Connect with a private community of over 500 CHC agency nurses
- Receive peer support on real‑world CHC cases and practice issues
- Stay up to date with policy and framework changes
- Develop your career in CHC and community nursing with confidence
Contact us today to find out how to join our private social media groups, attend our events, and start benefiting from expert input and a supportive professional network.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK‑based community and consultancy service supporting agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is open to agency nurses, independent practitioners and registered health professionals involved in CHC, community nursing, LD, autism or complex care.
- Do you provide CHC training for new agency nurses? Yes, we offer introductory and intermediate CHC training designed specifically for nurses who are new to Continuing Healthcare or moving into CHC roles.
- Do you run events and networking sessions? We host regular online and in‑person events, including workshops, networking meet‑ups and reflective practice sessions for CHC and agency nurses.
- Is the community private and confidential? Yes, our social media groups and discussion spaces are invite‑only, moderated and designed to protect confidentiality and professional standards.
- Can you help with complex CHC cases and appeals? We provide peer support, guidance and signposting for nurses managing complex CHC assessments, reviews and appeals within their roles.
- Do you cover CQC and regulatory issues? Our training and discussions include CQC standards, documentation, safeguarding and regulatory expectations relevant to CHC and community practice.
- Is there support for working with people with learning disabilities and autism? Yes, we share best practice, tools and peer advice on providing person‑centred care for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
- Do you offer ongoing support after training? All members have access to our community for ongoing discussion, updates and case‑based support after attending training or joining the network.
- How do I join or contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch via our website contact form or email to request membership details and information about upcoming events and training.