CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
Specialist Network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community built by and for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care settings. Our mission is to connect agency nurses, enhance specialist CHC knowledge, and make professional life easier through peer support, expert guidance, and high-quality training.
We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the pressures, responsibilities, and emotional demands of nursing. That’s why our network exists: to provide a safe, supportive space where CHC agency nurses can share experiences, ask questions, learn, and grow together.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invitation-only community of over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK. We bring together nurses working in community CHC, complex care, and related fields, offering:
- Access to confidential social media groups active 24/7/365
- Regular online and in-person events, meet-ups and workshops
- Opportunities to build long-term professional and personal relationships
- Space to discuss professional issues, clinical queries, and day-to-day challenges
- Support in career development within CHC and community care
Many members of our network go on to become close friends, staying in touch and supporting one another for years. We actively welcome new CHC agency nurses, helping them integrate into the community through our private social media groups and networking events.
Core Benefits for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Relax, Share & Decompress
Only CHC Nurses Truly Understand CHC Nursing
Nursing in CHC and complex community care can be isolating, especially for agency nurses. Our network offers a safe, confidential environment where you can talk openly about:
- Day-to-day pressures and emotional challenges
- Complex cases and multi-agency working
- Work–life balance as an agency nurse
- Concerns around practice, safety or workload
Within our invite-only groups, you’re surrounded by peers who understand exactly what you do and what you’re dealing with, providing empathy, reassurance, and practical advice.
24/7 Peer Support and Professional Discussion
Confidential Social Media Groups for CHC Agency Nurses
We host a network of confidential, invite-only social media groups dedicated to CHC agency nursing. These groups are active day and night, enabling members to:
- Ask clinical and professional questions in real time
- Share updates, resources, templates and tools relevant to CHC
- Discuss best practice in CHC assessments, DSTs and reviews
- Talk through challenging situations with experienced peers
Our groups are moderated to ensure a supportive, respectful, and professional environment where nurses can speak freely and seek guidance without judgement.
Events, Training & Professional Development
Regular Networking Events for CHC Nurses
Build Connections, Share Experience, Grow Together
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together. These include:
- Online networking sessions and peer support meetings
- In-person meet-ups and social gatherings where possible
- Specialist CHC discussion forums and case-based learning
- Guest sessions with experienced CHC practitioners and managers
Our events are designed to help you build a strong professional network, reduce isolation, and stay up to date with developments in CHC, community nursing, and complex care.
Specialist CHC Training & Knowledge-Sharing
Deepen Your Expertise in NHS Continuing Healthcare
As a network focused on CHC, we prioritise education and skills development specific to this field. Through our groups and events, members gain support around:
- Understanding CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Best practice in Checklist and DST completion
- Coordinating and delivering complex community care packages
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities and MDTs
- Documentation, risk management and defensible decision-making
We regularly share curated articles, guidance, templates and real-world insights to help you feel more confident and competent in CHC practice.
Support for Your CHC Nursing Career
Career Development for CHC Agency Nurses
Navigate CHC Career Pathways with Peer Insight
The CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you plan and progress your career in Continuing Healthcare through:
- Insight into different CHC roles (agency, ICB, case management, independent practice)
- Informal mentoring and guidance from experienced CHC nurses
- Support in building a portfolio of CHC skills and experience
- Discussions about pay, contractual issues and working conditions in CHC
Whether you’re new to CHC or an experienced specialist, our community helps you make informed decisions about your next professional steps.
Practical Help with Everyday CHC Challenges
Real Answers from Nurses Doing the Same Work
Because our members are active CHC agency nurses, you gain access to real-world, practical support on topics such as:
- Managing complex caseloads and documentation demands
- Working safely and within scope as an agency nurse
- Balancing flexibility, income, and stability
- Handling professional dilemmas and safeguarding concerns
The collective experience in our network means that someone has almost always faced the issue you are dealing with and can offer guidance grounded in day-to-day practice.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is made up of experienced CHC agency nurses who truly understand the realities of working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. We are not a generic nursing group; we are a specialist CHC community created to meet your specific needs.
Confidential, Supportive & Professionally Focused
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you access to confidential, invite-only spaces where you can:
- Speak openly without fear of judgement or workplace repercussions
- Gain balanced, professional perspectives on complex issues
- Feel supported, heard and valued as a CHC professional
We aim to create an environment that supports both your professional practice and personal wellbeing.
Long-Term Relationships & Community
Many nurses in our network have built lasting friendships through our groups and events. Members stay connected even when they move roles, agencies or locations, giving you a stable community throughout your CHC career.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex community care or related roles, we welcome you to connect with us. To join:
- Get in touch via our website contact form or listed contact details
- Tell us a little about your current CHC role or interest in CHC
- Receive an invite to our private social media groups and upcoming events
Once you’re part of the network, you’ll gain access to our core community of around 500 CHC agency nurses, along with ongoing opportunities to learn, share and grow.
Get in Touch with CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you would like to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network, learn more about what we do, or explore our events and discussion groups, please contact us today. We will guide you through the simple joining process and introduce you to our community.
Join us to connect with like-minded CHC agency nurses, expand your professional knowledge, and be part of a supportive network that understands your work and values your contribution.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care, offering peer support, events and knowledge-sharing.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses currently working in, or seriously interested in, CHC and complex community care roles are welcome to apply to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is CHC agency nurses, but we also welcome CHC nurses in other settings who want to engage with our specialist community.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Contact us via our website or listed details and, once verified, you’ll receive an invitation to our confidential, invite-only groups.
- What kind of events do you run? We run online and in-person networking events, peer support sessions, CHC-focused discussions and occasional guest-led workshops.
- Is there a cost to join the network? Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership access and any associated costs.
- Can I get CHC training or guidance through the network? Yes, members benefit from shared resources, peer guidance and events that deepen understanding of CHC processes and best practice.
- Are discussions in the group confidential? Yes, our social media groups are private, invite-only spaces moderated to maintain confidentiality and professional standards.
- Will the network help me progress my CHC nursing career? The network offers peer insight, mentoring opportunities and shared experience to support your CHC career development.
- How often are the groups active? Our confidential groups are active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with members regularly sharing and supporting one another.