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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Support, Training and Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community created by and for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care across the UK.
We bring together CHC agency nurses, case managers and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, access specialist training, gain peer support and develop long-term professional relationships.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the clinical pressures, emotional demands and daily challenges of delivering safe, person‑centred care in complex CHC settings.
Our network offers a safe, confidential and supportive space where CHC agency nurses can relax, connect and grow their careers while staying up to date with best practice and regulatory expectations.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a thriving, invite-only community of around 500 specialist CHC agency nurses and allied professionals.
Members stay connected through private social media groups, regular online and in-person events, and ongoing peer-to-peer support available 24/7/365.
Many nurses within our network form strong professional connections, collaborate on complex cases and remain friends and colleagues for many years.
Whether you are experienced in CHC or new to the sector, you will find a welcoming, knowledgeable community ready to support your professional journey.
Comprehensive Training and CPD for CHC Agency Nurses
Specialist CHC and Complex Care Training
Our CPD-accredited training programmes are designed specifically for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare, private complex care and community-based CHC packages.
Courses are delivered by experienced CHC clinicians and case managers who understand the realities of agency work, shift patterns and regulatory requirements.
We focus on practical, scenario-based learning so you can apply new knowledge immediately in the community, at the bedside or during multidisciplinary meetings.
Training is available via live online sessions, on-demand modules and occasional face-to-face workshops.
Key Training Topics for CHC Nurses
- Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) eligibility criteria, assessment tools and funding processes.
- Person-centred care planning in complex care, including risk assessments and outcome-focused documentation.
- CQC standards, clinical governance and quality assurance in CHC and community care settings.
- Effective multidisciplinary communication with commissioners, social care, families and other providers.
- Legal and ethical considerations in CHC, including consent, capacity, safeguarding and best-interest decisions.
- Best practice in managing long-term conditions, complex needs, ventilation, enteral feeding and tracheostomy care.
- Care and support for individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and behaviours of concern.
- Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) and Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) awareness and processes.
Professional Networking and Peer Support for CHC Nurses
A Safe Space for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers private, moderated social media groups where members can share professional issues confidentially, seek advice and debrief with peers who truly understand CHC work.
Discussion is open 24‑7‑365, making it easier to access support whenever you finish a shift, encounter a complex case or need perspective from fellow CHC professionals.
We actively encourage kind, respectful and evidence-based conversation, helping members feel less isolated while working in community and agency roles.
This peer-to-peer support can be invaluable for wellbeing, resilience and sustained high standards of care.
Regular Events, Meet-Ups and Online Sessions
We run regular CHC-focused events for agency nurses, including webinars, workshops, Q&A sessions and informal networking meet-ups.
These events are designed to help you stay ahead of policy changes, refine clinical practice and build relationships with other CHC professionals and agencies.
Topics range from CHC process updates and assessment changes to case study reviews, documentation masterclasses and self-care for nurses working in high-pressure environments.
Many of our members attend repeatedly, building a strong, recognisable community with shared standards and values.
Supporting Quality, Compliance and Professional Standards in CHC
Raising Standards in Continuing Healthcare
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is committed to raising and maintaining high standards of care across all CHC settings, from home care packages to specialist community placements.
Through shared learning, case discussions and best-practice guidance, we help nurses deliver safe, consistent and person-centred care that meets CQC and commissioning expectations.
By connecting CHC agency nurses, we promote consistent approaches to documentation, communication and risk management, helping reduce variation in care across providers.
This benefits patients, families, commissioners and agencies, while strengthening the professional reputation of CHC nurses.
Support with CQC, Governance and Community DoLS
Members of our network frequently share practical tips and peer guidance around CQC inspections, audit preparation and day-to-day governance in CHC settings.
We also provide training and signposting on Community DoLS / Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS), capacity assessments and related legal frameworks.
While we are not a regulator or legal body, our community helps you understand expectations, recognise risks early and implement robust, defensible nursing practice in complex community environments.
Career Development and Opportunities for CHC Agency Nurses
Develop Your Career in Continuing Healthcare
Whether you are transitioning from ward-based nursing into CHC, or already an established specialist, the CHC Nurses Agency Network supports your ongoing professional development.
Through shared vacancies, informal mentoring, signposting to specialist roles and leadership development topics, we help you shape a sustainable and rewarding CHC career pathway.
We actively encourage reflective practice, portfolio building and CPD planning, making it easier to demonstrate your expertise to commissioners, agencies and future employers.
Our community environment also offers opportunities to contribute as a speaker, mentor or content creator, further enhancing your professional profile.
Building Long-Term Professional Relationships
Many of our members originally join seeking information or support, and go on to build long-term professional and personal friendships within the network.
These trusted relationships can lead to new roles, collaborative projects, shared learning sessions and mutual support through challenging times.
By staying active in the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you stay visible to a national community of similarly motivated professionals, opening doors that may not be advertised elsewhere.
For agency nurses who often work independently in the community, this sense of professional belonging can be especially valuable.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Specialist community built exclusively for CHC agency nurses and complex care professionals across the UK.
- Access to private, invite-only social media groups with confidential discussion available 24‑7‑365.
- Regular CHC-focused events, webinars and workshops aligned to real-world practice and current policy.
- Peer support from nurses who understand the pressures and realities of community-based CHC work.
- Opportunities to expand your professional network, find mentors and collaborate on complex cases.
- Practical training on CHC processes, person-centred care planning, CQC expectations and clinical documentation.
- Guidance and shared experience around Community DoLS, Learning Disabilities support and complex risk management.
- Flexible learning options to fit around agency shifts, including online live sessions and on-demand content.
- A supportive, respectful culture that promotes wellbeing, resilience and safe, evidence-based practice.
- Commitment to improving outcomes and protecting the rights of people receiving CHC and complex community care.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a registered nurse working in, or interested in, NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex care or community CHC packages, we would be delighted to welcome you to our network.
Membership is suitable for agency nurses, bank nurses, case managers and other professionals involved in delivering or coordinating CHC.
To request access to our private social media groups and upcoming events, please contact us via our website or follow the joining instructions provided by our admin team.
Once approved, you will receive invitations to our confidential online spaces, training sessions and community activities.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network today to connect with like-minded professionals, strengthen your CHC expertise and feel truly supported in your agency nursing career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The network is primarily for registered nurses working in, or interested in, Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex care and community-based CHC roles.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership details and any associated costs are shared at the point of enquiry, and many of our online groups are free to access for eligible nurses.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is approved, you will receive secure, invite-only links to our confidential social media groups.
- What kind of training do you provide for CHC nurses? We offer specialist training on CHC processes, care planning, CQC standards, Community DoLS, Learning Disabilities and complex community care.
- Are your training sessions available online? Yes, we provide live online webinars, virtual workshops and, in some cases, on-demand resources to fit around agency shifts.
- Do you help nurses new to Continuing Healthcare? Absolutely, our community and training are ideal for nurses transitioning into CHC who want support, guidance and a strong professional network.
- Can I discuss specific cases within the network? Yes, members regularly discuss complex scenarios in a de-identified, confidential way to share learning and peer support.
- Do you provide guidance on Community DoLS and LPS? We offer awareness training, peer discussion and signposting around Community DoLS and the upcoming Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).
- How often do you run events and webinars? We run events regularly throughout the year, and members are notified in advance via our groups and mailing lists.
- How can I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us through our website or social channels to express interest, and our admin team will guide you through the joining process.
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