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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
Advancing Continuing Healthcare Practice Through Training, Consultancy & Community
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy service dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and agency nursing professionals across the UK. We combine expert CHC training, healthcare consultancy, and a strong peer-support network to help nurses, care providers and organisations deliver safer, compliant and higher-quality patient care.
Whether you are an agency nurse working in CHC, a care provider preparing for CQC inspections, or an organisation needing support with CHC assessments and case management, our network gives you access to specialist knowledge, practical guidance and a community that truly understands the realities of nursing.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a professional hub for CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals. Our private, invite-only social media groups and events create a safe space to:
- Share professional issues and clinical queries 24/7/365 with experienced CHC nurses.
- Build lasting peer support and friendships with over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals.
- Access specialist CHC resources, updates and best practice guidance.
- Develop your career in Continuing Healthcare through learning, mentoring and networking.
As any nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the intensity, responsibility and daily stress of our work. Our network is designed to make professional life easier, safer and more sustainable, especially for those working in highly complex CHC environments.
Core Services: CHC Training, Consultancy & Professional Support
1. Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Nurses & Organisations
Comprehensive CHC and Community DoLS Application Training
We deliver specialist CHC training covering eligibility assessments, decision support tools, funding pathways and Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS) processes, helping nurses and multidisciplinary teams navigate CHC confidently and compliantly.
Training for Both New and Experienced CHC Practitioners
Our courses are structured for all levels of experience – from nurses new to CHC to seasoned practitioners seeking refresher training on current frameworks, legal requirements and best practice.
2. Pre-CQC Consultancy & Quality Improvement Support
Pre-CQC Assessments and Mock Inspections
We support care providers, CHC teams and nursing agencies to prepare for CQC inspections with detailed audits of policies, care records, CHC pathways and governance, identifying gaps against the latest CQC fundamental standards.
Actionable Recommendations and Implementation Support
Our experts provide clear, practical action plans to strengthen quality, safety, documentation, and clinical practice, working alongside your team to implement improvements that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
3. Transitions in Healthcare: Safe, Seamless Patient Moves
Personalised Transition Planning for Complex CHC Cases
We offer tailored guidance on hospital-to-home, acute-to-community, and care setting-to-care setting transitions, with a focus on CHC-funded individuals who often have complex, high-dependency needs.
Continuity of Care and Risk Management
Our experienced CHC nurses support organisations to develop robust handover processes, risk assessments and escalation plans that protect patient safety and minimise disruption for patients, families and services.
4. Person-Centred Care for Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Individualised Support Planning in a CHC Context
We work with teams supporting people with learning disabilities (LD), autism and complex health needs to develop person-centred care plans that promote independence, dignity and choice while aligning with CHC eligibility and funding frameworks.
Evidence-Based, Holistic Approaches
Our guidance emphasises evidence-based interventions, positive behaviour support, robust safeguarding and holistic outcomes, ensuring that clinical, emotional and social needs are all addressed.
5. Expert CHC Case Management & Advocacy
Person-Centred CHC Case Management
We provide specialist CHC case management services, working directly with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, reviews, funding decisions and complex discharge planning.
Coordination Across Multiple Providers
Our case managers ensure joined-up care across NHS, social care, agencies and community services, helping to reduce delays, prevent breakdowns in care and improve long-term outcomes.
Our Community: A Supportive Network for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space for Peer Support & Professional Discussion
Private Social Media Groups & 24/7 Discussion
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network gain access to confidential, invite-only social media groups where professional issues, CHC queries, clinical scenarios and work challenges can be discussed with trusted peers at any time.
Shared Experience & Long-Term Friendships
Many of our members not only support one another professionally but also become long-term friends, staying connected for years as they move between roles, agencies and organisations.
Events, Networking & Ongoing Professional Development
Regular CHC-Focused Events
We run regular online and in-person events focused on Continuing Healthcare, CQC requirements, clinical updates, legal changes, and best practice in complex community care.
Networking with CHC Experts and Peers
Our events connect you with CHC specialists, senior nurses, case managers and decision-makers, helping you expand your professional contacts and stay ahead in your field.
Why Choose CHC Nurses Agency Network?
CHC-Specific Expertise
Unlike generic training providers, we focus specifically on Continuing Healthcare, Community DoLS and complex community care, bringing real-world experience from frontline CHC practice, commissioning and case management.
Tailored Support for Agency Nurses & Organisations
We understand the unique challenges of agency nursing in CHC and adapt our support, training and consultancy to the realities of flexible working, multiple placements and varied clinical environments.
Collaborative, Non-Judgemental Approach
Our ethos is rooted in peer support, collaboration and psychological safety – we work alongside you and your team to identify strengths, address gaps and build confidence, without blame or criticism.
Commitment to Quality, Compliance & Patient Safety
Everything we do is underpinned by a commitment to high clinical standards, CQC compliance, safeguarding and improved patient outcomes, ensuring that our network and services positively impact real people’s lives.
Who We Work With
- Agency nurses working in CHC, community, care homes and complex care settings.
- Nursing agencies placing nurses in CHC and complex community roles.
- Care homes and domiciliary care providers supporting CHC-funded patients.
- Clinical Commissioning/ICB CHC teams seeking training or independent case input.
- Health and social care organisations preparing for CQC inspections or service developments.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are passionate about Continuing Healthcare, high-quality patient care and supportive nursing practice. By joining our network, you gain access to:
- Private, confidential social media groups with over 500 CHC agency nurses.
- Regular CHC training opportunities and clinical updates.
- Invitations to events, webinars and networking sessions.
- Specialist consultancy and case management support for organisations.
Whether you want to develop your CHC knowledge, expand your professional contacts, or access expert guidance for your organisation, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support your journey.
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you would like to join the CHC Agency Nurses Network, arrange CHC training, or discuss consultancy and case management support for your organisation, please contact us via the details on our website.
Let the CHC Nurses Agency Network help you build confidence, capability and connection in every aspect of Continuing Healthcare and agency nursing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community, training and consultancy hub for nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, permanent nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals working in or around CHC and complex community care are welcome to apply to join.
- Do you provide CHC training for organisations as well as individual nurses? Yes, we deliver tailored CHC and Community DoLS training for individual practitioners, nursing agencies, care providers and multidisciplinary teams.
- How does your pre-CQC support work? We carry out pre-CQC audits, reviews and mock inspections, then provide clear action plans and guidance to help services meet and evidence CQC standards.
- Is the network only for nurses in the UK? Our primary focus is on NHS Continuing Healthcare and UK regulatory frameworks, so our services are designed mainly for UK-based nurses and organisations.
- How do I access your private social media groups? Once you join the network, we will send you secure, invite-only links to our confidential professional discussion groups.
- Do you offer one-to-one advice on CHC cases? Yes, we can provide individual case discussion, supervision and consultancy support, subject to availability and information-governance safeguards.
- What types of events do you run? We host webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and networking events focused on CHC updates, CQC, complex care, legal changes and professional wellbeing.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership arrangements and any associated fees may vary over time, so please check our website or contact us directly for current details.
- How can I contact CHC Nurses Agency Network for more information? You can reach us through the contact form, email or social channels listed on our website, and a member of our team will respond as soon as possible.
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