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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Connecting, Supporting & Developing CHC Agency Nurses
The UK’s Dedicated Community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Agency Nurses
CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community created exclusively for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community-based care settings.
We bring together CHC agency nurses, case managers, and healthcare professionals to share expertise, build strong peer connections, and make working in CHC more rewarding, informed, and sustainable.
Our network provides a safe space to relax, debrief, learn, and collaborate with nurses who truly understand the realities of CHC work, including assessments, care planning, community placements, and regulatory pressures.
Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse or just moving into this specialist field, CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you grow your knowledge, confidence, and professional opportunities.
What Is CHC Nurses Agency Network?
We are a peer-led professional network of around 500 CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals across the UK, connected through confidential, invite-only social media groups, online forums, and in-person events.
Our core focus is on Continuing Healthcare and community-based care, enabling nurses to share best practice, discuss complex cases, and support each other 24/7/365.
CHC Nurses Agency Network is not an agency; it is a collaborative hub that helps CHC nurses build relationships, access information, and feel part of a wider, supportive professional community—no matter which agency or region you work in.
A Supportive Space for CHC Agency Nurses
A Community That Understands CHC Nursing
Only another nurse truly understands the emotional, physical, and professional demands of nursing—especially within complex CHC caseloads, fast-paced assessments, and high-stakes funding decisions.
Our network provides a trusted community where CHC nurses can talk openly about professional issues, share experiences, ask questions, and access peer support without judgment.
From navigating CHC checklists and Decision Support Tools (DST) to managing community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications and complex care packages, our members support each other with real-world advice drawn from frontline experience.
Private, Confidential Social Media Groups
We run a number of private, invite-only social media groups exclusively for CHC agency nurses and closely related professionals.
These groups are active 24-7-365, allowing members to ask questions, seek second opinions, share resources, and discuss CHC and community nursing practice in a secure, moderated environment.
Our aim is to make your professional life easier by giving you instant access to a network of colleagues who face the same challenges—whether that’s dealing with complex funding decisions, managing workloads, or maintaining work-life balance as an agency nurse.
Professional Development, Learning & CHC Knowledge Sharing
Regular Events, Meet-Ups & Online Sessions
CHC Nurses Agency Network organises regular online and in-person events designed to bring our community together, build trusted relationships, and enhance CHC practice.
These include:
- CHC-focused webinars and workshops
- Peer learning sessions on DSTs, appeals, and reviews
- Networking meet-ups for CHC agency nurses in different UK regions
- Informal social events to support wellbeing and resilience
Many nurses who meet through our network become long-term colleagues and friends, offering ongoing support throughout their CHC careers.
Sharing CHC Best Practice & Resources
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, members actively share:
- CHC checklist and DST tips
- Guidance on eligibility criteria and evidence gathering
- Updates on NHS Continuing Healthcare frameworks and policies
- Templates, documentation tips, and care-planning ideas
- Insights on working effectively with CCGs/ICBs and multi-disciplinary teams
This collaborative approach helps agency nurses stay up to date, build confidence in CHC processes, and deliver safe, person-centred care in line with national guidance.
Supporting Your CHC Career as an Agency Nurse
Grow Your Professional Network & Opportunities
Being an agency nurse can sometimes feel isolating, especially when you move between teams and locations, but CHC Nurses Agency Network ensures you are always connected to a wider professional community.
Through our network, many nurses gain:
- Introductions to fellow CHC nurses and case managers
- Awareness of new CHC roles, contracts, and opportunities
- Peer recommendations and informal mentoring
- Support when transitioning into new CHC environments or specialisms
We help you build meaningful professional relationships that can positively shape your CHC career for years to come.
A Space to Develop Confidence in CHC Practice
Our members regularly discuss real-life scenarios in CHC, from complex eligibility decisions and fast-track assessments to risk management and person-centred review processes.
These conversations give you access to practical learning that goes far beyond theory, helping you feel more confident and better equipped in your day-to-day CHC work.
By being part of our network, you can ask questions you might not feel able to ask in busy placements, explore ethical dilemmas, and get input from experienced CHC nurses who have faced similar situations.
Why Join CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
Our network is created and led by nurses with hands-on CHC experience, so everything we do is grounded in real clinical practice and an understanding of agency life.
We know the pressures you face and tailor our support, discussions, and events to reflect the reality of today’s Continuing Healthcare landscape.
Safe, Confidential & Supportive Environment
All our core groups are invite-only and closely moderated to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and psychological safety.
This allows members to speak openly about professional challenges, explore sensitive topics, and seek advice without fear of criticism or exposure.
Community, Friendship & Long-Term Connections
Many CHC nurses who join our network go on to build friendships and long-term peer relationships that support them throughout their careers.
Agency work becomes more sustainable and enjoyable when you know you are part of a strong, reliable community that understands you.
Who Is CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our community is ideal for:
- Registered nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) roles via agencies
- Agency nurses working in community-based complex care, learning disability, or mental health services linked to CHC
- Case managers, assessors, and reviewers involved in CHC pathways
- Nurses transitioning into CHC who want to develop their knowledge and network quickly
If your work regularly involves CHC assessments, DSTs, funding decisions, community placements, or complex care planning, CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed with you in mind.
How to Join CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are actively working in, or moving into, Continuing Healthcare and related community nursing roles.
To join the CHC Nurses Agency Network and gain access to our private groups and events, simply:
- Contact us via our website or social media to express your interest.
- Confirm your professional status as a nurse or CHC-related healthcare professional.
- Receive an invitation to our confidential social media groups and upcoming events.
Once you are part of the network, you can immediately start connecting with other CHC agency nurses, joining discussions, and accessing shared resources.
Ready to Connect with Other CHC Agency Nurses?
If you are looking for a professional home where CHC agency nurses are understood, supported, and empowered, CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you.
Join us to build your professional network, deepen your CHC knowledge, and make your life as an agency nurse more connected, informed, and sustainable.
Get in touch today to find out how to become part of our growing community of CHC agency nursing professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is CHC Nurses Agency Network? CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-based professional community for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related community roles.
- Is CHC Nurses Agency Network an employment agency? No, we are not an agency; we are a support, networking, and learning community for CHC agency nurses.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and CHC-related professionals working in, or moving into, Continuing Healthcare and community-based care can apply to join.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or social media channels to request an invitation and verify your professional status.
- Is there a membership fee? Membership details, including any fees, are shared directly with interested professionals when they contact us.
- What kind of events do you run? We host online webinars, peer learning sessions, regional meet-ups, and informal social events focused on CHC and agency nursing.
- Are your social media groups private? Yes, all our core groups are invite-only, confidential, and moderated to maintain a safe professional environment.
- Can I ask clinical and CHC process questions in the network? Yes, members regularly share insights and discuss CHC assessments, DSTs, reviews, and best practice.
- Do you cover topics beyond CHC, such as learning disabilities and community care? Yes, we also discuss community-based complex care, learning disability services, mental health, and related areas linked to CHC.
- How will joining CHC Nurses Agency Network benefit my career? Membership helps you build a strong professional network, stay up to date with CHC practice, and access peer support that can enhance your confidence and opportunities.
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