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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Support, Training & Community for CHC Nurses
Championing Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-wide community and consultancy for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex care and community settings. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, provide targeted training and consultancy, and create a safe professional space where nurses can learn, connect and grow.
Built by nurses for nurses, our mission is to support CHC professionals with the practical knowledge, peer backing and specialist resources needed to deliver safe, person-centred care and navigate the complexities of CHC funding, assessments and regulatory requirements.
Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse, newly stepping into CHC, or a healthcare provider working with CHC agency staff, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers training, guidance, case management insight and a thriving peer network to help you raise standards of care and simplify daily practice.
A Professional Network for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Connect, Share and De-Stress
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, emotional load and responsibility that come with the job. Our network provides a relaxed, confidential environment where CHC nurses can talk openly about work challenges, celebrate wins and support each other.
We host private, invite-only social media groups for around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, active 24/7/365, where members discuss clinical issues, CHC processes, agency work, contracts, documentation and work–life balance in total confidence.
Events, Meet-Ups and Ongoing Peer Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events designed to bring our community together. These include informal meet-ups, education sessions, CHC update briefings and peer-support forums tailored to the reality of agency and bank nursing work.
Many nurses in our network stay connected for years, building friendships, mentoring relationships and professional links that help them progress in their CHC careers and feel less isolated when working across different organisations.
Welcoming New Members into Our CHC Nursing Community
We actively welcome new CHC agency nurses into our network, whether you are already working in CHC or are interested in moving into this specialist area. Once approved, you gain access to our private social channels, events and professional resources.
Membership gives you the chance to ask questions, share experiences and learn directly from other CHC nurses who understand complex assessments, fast-track, D2A, community DOLs, personal health budgets and multi-agency working.
Specialist Training and Development for CHC Nurses
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training for Agency Nurses
Our CHC training programmes are designed specifically for nurses working in, or moving into, Continuing Healthcare roles. We cover the full CHC pathway, from checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) to panel, appeals and reviews, with a focus on real-world practice for agency staff.
We help nurses build core CHC competencies: clinical evidence gathering, documentation, multi-disciplinary working, risk management and person-centred care planning that stands up to scrutiny from ICBs, CQC and other regulators.
Practical Skills and Regulatory Knowledge
Our courses are interactive and practice-based, blending clinical knowledge with up-to-date understanding of national frameworks and statutory guidance. We ensure CHC nurses understand how to apply policy in everyday situations across hospitals, care homes and community settings.
Whether you are newly registered, new to CHC, or a highly experienced nurse looking to refresh your knowledge, our tiered training options support every level of experience and can be tailored to individual or organisational needs.
Training on Complex Care, Care Planning and Assessments
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers specialist training on complex care processes, including care planning, risk assessments, capacity and best-interest decision-making, and safe transitions between care settings.
We support nurses to work confidently with high-dependency clients, including those with learning disabilities, dementia, neurological conditions, long-term ventilation and behaviour that may challenge, while staying aligned with CHC eligibility and funding frameworks.
Supporting Safe Transitions of Care
Transitions such as hospital discharge, moving between care homes, and step-up/step-down arrangements can be high risk. Our training emphasises safe, person-centred discharge and transition planning, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and clear communication with families and providers.
Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Compliance
We ensure CHC nurses are familiar with CQC requirements, Mental Capacity Act (MCA), Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)/LPS, safeguarding duties and documentation standards that protect patients and professionals alike.
This knowledge supports nurses to work confidently across multiple organisations, ensuring their practice remains safe, defensible and fully compliant wherever they are placed.
Consultancy to Strengthen CHC Practice and Governance
Support for Providers Working with CHC Agency Nurses
We work with care homes, domiciliary care providers, CHC teams and other healthcare organisations that engage agency nurses to deliver Continuing Healthcare packages. Our consultancy helps you integrate agency staff safely and efficiently into your service.
We review your processes, policies and documentation, offering clear, practical recommendations so that CHC packages are delivered consistently, person-centred care is maintained and regulatory standards are met or exceeded.
Pre-CQC and Quality Improvement Support
Preparing for a CQC inspection while delivering complex CHC-funded care can be challenging, especially when agency staff are involved. We provide pre-CQC support to identify gaps in documentation, governance and clinical practice relating to CHC.
Our experts help you develop action plans, staff training and audit tools so that your service can demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care for CHC patients and other complex cohorts.
Consultancy on Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
Many CHC-funded individuals have learning disabilities (LD), autism or complex neurodisability. We support providers and nurses to implement person-centred care plans that balance safety, independence and choice.
Person-Centred Plans for CHC and LD Clients
Using evidence-based, person-centred approaches, we help teams create care and support plans that reflect the individual’s preferences, communication needs, sensory profile and behavioural triggers, while remaining aligned to CHC funding decisions and clinical risk management.
Helping Providers Stay Compliant and Confident
We guide organisations through relevant legal frameworks, best-practice standards and documentation for LD and complex CHC cases, so your staff and agency nurses can deliver safe, dignified and compliant care at all times.
Community and CHC-Related Support Services
Community DoLS / DOL Applications and Training
Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications and authorisations can be complex and time-consuming. We provide training and peer support to help CHC nurses understand when a DoL may be required and how to work within local processes.
Our network shares practical tips, examples and guidance to help nurses complete documentation accurately, liaise with professionals effectively and safeguard individuals’ rights while maintaining safety.
CHC Events, Workshops and Industry Updates
The CHC Nurses Agency Network hosts and promotes regular CHC-focused events including webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and update briefings on changes to the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and related policies.
These events help nurses, case managers and providers stay up-to-date with CHC guidance, ICB expectations, legal developments and best practice, while offering valuable networking opportunities with other CHC professionals.
Expert CHC Case Management Insight
Members of our network include experienced CHC case managers and nurse assessors who share real-world insight into assessment processes, dispute resolution, appeals and complex case coordination.
Through our community and training, we support nurses to understand how CHC decisions are made, what robust evidence looks like, and how to advocate effectively for individuals with significant healthcare needs.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Built for CHC Nurses: A specialist network focused entirely on the needs, challenges and realities of CHC and complex care nursing.
- Professional Community: A confidential, supportive environment where over 500 CHC agency nurses connect, share and learn together.
- Targeted Training: CHC-specific training, resources and events designed to enhance your confidence, skills and employability.
- Expert Consultancy: Guidance for providers and teams working with CHC agency nurses to strengthen quality, safety and compliance.
- Up-to-Date Knowledge: Regular updates on CHC policy, CQC expectations, legal frameworks and best practice standards.
- Career Development: Opportunities for mentorship, networking and progression within CHC and complex care roles.
- 24/7 Peer Support: Always-on access to experienced colleagues through invite-only online groups and forums.
- UK-Wide Reach: Members and partner organisations from across the UK, covering a wide range of CHC and community settings.
- Person-Centred Focus: A shared commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, person-centred CHC and complex care.
- Nurse-Led Network: Created and led by nurses who understand the pressures and rewards of CHC practice.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, a nurse moving into CHC, or a healthcare provider working with CHC-funded individuals, the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support you with training, consultancy, networking and peer support.
Join our community today to expand your professional network, build your CHC expertise and access 24/7 peer support from colleagues who truly understand the demands of Continuing Healthcare.
Contact us to enquire about membership, upcoming events or consultancy support, and discover how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can help you deliver safer, more confident and more compliant CHC care across the UK.
FAQs about the CHC Nurses Agency Network
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community and consultancy for nurses and providers involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Our network is primarily for CHC agency nurses, nurses moving into CHC roles and healthcare providers working with CHC-funded individuals.
- Do you offer CHC-specific training? Yes, we provide training on CHC pathways, assessments, documentation, complex care planning and relevant legal frameworks.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? While our core membership is agency and bank nurses, we also welcome other nurses and professionals with a strong interest in CHC.
- How do your private social media groups work? Approved members are invited into confidential, moderated groups where they can ask questions, share experiences and access peer support 24/7.
- Do you support organisations preparing for CQC inspections? Yes, we offer consultancy to help providers strengthen CHC-related governance, documentation and practice ahead of CQC visits.
- Can you help with community DoLS and legal issues? We provide training and shared resources to help nurses understand DoLS, MCA and related legal responsibilities in community and CHC settings.
- Do you run CHC events and workshops? We host regular webinars, workshops and update sessions focusing on CHC policy changes, best practice and real-world case discussion.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network UK-wide? Yes, we support CHC nurses and partner organisations across all regions of the UK.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us via our website or listed channels to enquire about membership, training or consultancy, and we will guide you through the next steps.
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