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CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist CHC Nursing Training, Consultancy & Community
Empowering CHC Agency Nurses & Healthcare Organisations Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community and consultancy service dedicated to Continuing Healthcare (CHC) professionals. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, provide specialist training and support, and help organisations deliver safe, effective and compliant CHC services.
By combining expert CHC training, nursing consultancy, case management support and an active professional nurse network, we help nurses develop their careers while supporting commissioners, providers and care teams to improve outcomes for people eligible for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
A Supportive Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Agency Nurses Network is a place to connect, share experiences and grow. Our members understand the realities of agency nursing in CHC – the clinical pressures, complex caseloads and regulatory expectations that only another nurse truly appreciates.
We host regular online and in-person events to bring our CHC nursing community together. Many of our members keep in close contact, support each other daily and build friendships that last for years.
New members are welcomed into our private, invite-only social media groups, where over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals share advice, professional issues and practical solutions 24/7/365 in a safe, confidential environment.
Specialist CHC Training for Nurses & Healthcare Providers
We offer tailored Continuing Healthcare training for agency nurses, CHC teams, care providers and multidisciplinary professionals involved in assessment, commissioning and delivery of CHC-funded care.
Our courses are delivered by experienced CHC nurse consultants and are available online or face-to-face, designed around the specific requirements of your team or organisation.
Key Areas Covered in CHC Nurses Agency Network Training
- CHC Eligibility & Assessment: Understand the National Framework, Decision Support Tool (DST) and how to complete robust CHC eligibility assessments.
- Care Planning & Case Management: Develop person-centred CHC care plans that meet complex clinical needs and regulatory expectations.
- Funding, MDT & Legal Frameworks: Gain clarity on roles, responsibilities, MDT processes, appeals, reviews and funding pathways.
- Documentation & Professional Standards: Strengthen record-keeping, evidence gathering, reporting and professional accountability.
- Agency Nursing in CHC: Best practice, boundary management, lone working, safeguarding and working across multiple settings.
CHC Consultancy, CQC Readiness & Service Improvement
Our CHC nurse consultants support care providers, commissioning organisations and agencies to strengthen CHC pathways, policies and practice. We help you align with the NHS National Framework for Continuing Healthcare and CQC regulatory requirements.
We provide pre-CQC readiness reviews, policy audits and service improvement plans focused on CHC delivery, community nursing and complex care packages, ensuring safe transitions, robust risk management and evidence-based practice.
Ensuring Compliance, Quality & Safe CHC Service Delivery
- Policy & Process Review: Assess CHC-related policies, care plans and governance against CQC and National Framework expectations.
- Quality & Safety in Complex Care: Strengthen risk assessments, escalation pathways and clinical oversight in home and community settings.
- Staff Competence & Skills Mix: Identify skills gaps, training needs and safe staffing arrangements for CHC packages.
- Inspection & Evidence Preparation: Help you demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led CHC services.
Support for Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism & Complex Needs
The CHC Nurses Agency Network understands the specialist skills required to support people with learning disabilities, autism and complex behavioural needs within CHC and jointly funded packages.
Our network of CHC nurses and consultants works alongside providers and families to design person-centred support plans that promote independence, dignity, communication and quality of life.
Key Aspects of LD, Autism & Complex Needs Support
- Holistic Care Planning: Integrate physical health, mental health, communication, sensory needs and positive behavioural support.
- Safeguarding & Human Rights: Promote safety, best interests decision-making and least restrictive practice in line with the MCA.
- Family & Carer Collaboration: Involve families and advocates at every stage of assessment, planning and review.
- Transition & Independence: Support smooth transitions between services and towards more independent living where appropriate.
Events, Webinars & Continuous CHC Professional Development
We run a rolling programme of CHC events, webinars and workshops designed to keep nurses and organisations up to date with policy changes, case law, best practice and CHC commissioning trends.
From practical training sessions to informal peer support meetups, our events are a key part of the CHC Agency Nurses Network, helping members stay informed, connected and confident in their roles.
Benefits of Joining CHC Nurses Agency Network Events
- Stay current with CHC policy, guidance and National Framework updates.
- Deepen understanding of eligibility decisions, appeals and reviews.
- Network with experienced CHC nurses, case managers and commissioners.
- Gain practical tools and templates to improve documentation and care delivery.
- Share real-world challenges with a supportive professional community.
Comprehensive CHC Case Management & Clinical Support
Effective case management is crucial to ensuring that CHC-funded packages are safe, sustainable and truly person-centred. Our network includes experienced CHC case managers and complex care nurses who support the full care pathway.
We work with commissioners, providers, families and MDTs to coordinate assessment, care planning, reviews and transitions, ensuring that clinical needs are met and that services remain responsive and compliant.
Key Focus Areas of CHC Nurses Agency Network Case Management
- Person-Centred, Outcome-Focused Care Plans: Tailored plans that reflect individual needs, goals and preferences.
- Coordination Across Providers: Liaison between agencies, therapists, GPs, acute teams and families.
- Monitoring, Review & Escalation: Ongoing review of clinical risk, package suitability and required adjustments.
- Advocacy & Family Support: Helping families navigate CHC processes, decisions and changes in care.
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring documentation and delivery align with the National Framework and CQC.
Why Choose CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network combines clinical expertise, real-world CHC experience and a strong professional community. We understand the pressures on agency nurses and the complexity of delivering CHC in homes, care homes and community settings.
By partnering with us, nurses gain access to ongoing peer support, specialist CHC training and career development, while organisations benefit from independent CHC consultancy, workforce support and service improvement insight.
Whether you are an agency nurse looking to build your CHC expertise, or an organisation seeking external CHC nursing support, we are here to help you deliver safer, more effective and compliant care.
Join or Work With CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, commissioner, care provider or agency looking for specialist CHC nursing support, we would love to hear from you. Join our network, attend an event, or enquire about training and consultancy tailored to your needs.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to find out how we can support your CHC practice, workforce and service delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy service for nurses and organisations involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Who can join the CHC Agency Nurses Network? Any registered nurse working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare or complex community care can apply to join our network.
- Do you provide CHC training for organisations? Yes, we offer bespoke CHC training for agency staff, care providers, CHC teams and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Are your events online or in person? We run a mix of online webinars, virtual meetups and, where possible, in-person events and workshops.
- Can you help with CQC preparation related to CHC? Yes, our consultants provide pre-CQC reviews and guidance focused on CHC pathways, complex care and regulatory compliance.
- Do you support learning disability and autism services? We support LD and autism services by helping design and review person-centred CHC care and support plans for people with complex needs.
- Is the CHC network active all year round? Yes, our private groups and professional discussions are active 24/7/365, with ongoing support from members and consultants.
- Do you offer one-to-one support for nurses? We can provide one-to-one professional guidance, mentoring and signposting for CHC nurses where appropriate.
- Is your consultancy service available nationwide? Yes, we work with commissioners, providers and agencies across the whole of the UK.
- How do I contact or join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can get in touch via our website contact form or email us directly to enquire about joining, training or consultancy.
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