CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training and Support for CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting and empowering CHC agency nurses across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals across the UK. We bring nurses together to share knowledge, build connections, access specialist training, and navigate the complex world of NHS Continuing Healthcare with confidence.
Built by nurses, for nurses, our network recognises the pressures, challenges and rewards of CHC work. We provide a safe, supportive space where agency nurses can connect 24/7, access expert guidance, and strengthen their professional practice while maintaining high standards of patient care.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a professional group – it is a thriving community and information hub for nurses working within CHC and community-based commissioning frameworks.
Our private, invite-only social media groups, online community spaces, and regular events bring together around 500+ CHC agency nursing professionals who share real-world experiences, best practice, and peer support every day of the year.
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced case manager or assessor, our network is designed to help you feel less isolated, stay up to date with policy changes, and enhance your skills in a rapidly evolving field.
Key Benefits of Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
A Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Relax, connect and share with nurses who truly understand your role
Working as a CHC agency nurse can be demanding and, at times, lonely. Our network offers a place to relax, talk openly and share both professional and personal challenges with people who genuinely understand what you do.
From discussions about complex CHC cases to everyday workplace stress, our members offer mutual support, practical advice, and encouragement. Many nurses in our community build long-term friendships that last well beyond any single role or contract.
Regular Events and Networking Opportunities
Grow your professional contacts and your confidence
We run regular online and in-person events to bring our community together. These events are designed to help CHC nurses:
- Network with other CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals
- Share real-life experiences and practical tips
- Discuss policy and practice changes in Continuing Healthcare
- Access informal mentoring and peer support
Our meetups, webinars and discussion forums provide a relaxed environment where you can ask questions, learn from others, and build a strong professional support system.
Private, Confidential Social Media Groups
24/7 access to peer support and professional discussion
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network are our confidential, invite-only social media groups. These closed communities make it easy for nurses to keep in touch, ask questions, and share insights in real time.
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals interact daily, offering:
- Case-related reflections and learning (within professional boundaries)
- Advice on CHC assessments, MDT meetings and reviews
- Support with documentation and report writing
- Information on agency work, roles and expectations
- Encouragement during stressful periods and career transitions
We actively moderate these groups to ensure they remain safe, respectful and professional spaces for all members.
Specialist Focus on NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
CHC Processes, Assessments and Case Management
Navigate CHC pathways with clarity and support
Continuing Healthcare is a complex area of practice, particularly for nurses working on an agency basis. Our network supports you to build confidence in:
- Understanding CHC eligibility criteria and the National Framework
- Completing CHC checklists and Decision Support Tools (DSTs)
- Participating in MDT meetings and panel discussions
- Case management and care planning within CHC frameworks
- Liaising with families, commissioners and multidisciplinary teams
Through peer discussion, shared resources and expert-led sessions, we help you stay up to date with CHC policies and best practice so you can deliver safe, person-centred care.
Community DoLS, Safeguarding and Legal Awareness
Stay informed about key legal and regulatory responsibilities
Our community also discusses topics related to Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), safeguarding, capacity assessments and other legal aspects that often overlap with CHC work.
Members share learning, useful links and real-world experiences to help each other maintain compliance, understand their responsibilities and protect the rights and wellbeing of the people they support.
Training, Learning and Professional Development
Peer-Led Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Practical insights from nurses working in CHC every day
Alongside networking, the CHC Nurses Agency Network acts as an ongoing learning environment. Members regularly share:
- Templates, checklists and documentation tips
- Updates on local and national CHC procedures
- Reflections on complex cases and what worked well
- Signposting to useful training, events and resources
This real-time, peer-driven learning ensures that agency nurses can continually develop their practice, even outside of formal training programmes.
Support for Career Growth in CHC Nursing
Develop your career path within CHC and community nursing
Whether you are exploring CHC for the first time or looking to move into specialist roles such as CHC assessor, case manager or clinical lead, our network can help you:
- Understand different CHC roles and expectations
- Identify skills you need to progress
- Gain insight into interview processes and agency requirements
- Connect with nurses who are already working in your desired role
Many members have grown their careers through connections and advice gained through the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
Our Community Values
Nurse-Led, Respectful and Confidential
A safe environment for open and honest discussion
As nurses ourselves, we know how important it is to have a space where you can speak freely without judgement. Our community is built on:
- Mutual respect and professional boundaries
- Confidentiality and ethical sharing of information
- Support, not criticism, when challenges arise
- A shared commitment to improving patient outcomes
Only other nurses truly understand the level of responsibility, emotional labour and detailed knowledge required in CHC. That shared understanding is at the heart of our network.
Long-Term Connections and Friendships
A network that supports you throughout your career
Many nurses who join the CHC Nurses Agency Network go on to build lasting professional relationships and friendships. Members often stay in touch even as they move between roles, agencies and regions.
This continuity means you can carry your support network with you, wherever your nursing career takes you.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our network is open to a wide range of nursing professionals working in or around Continuing Healthcare, including:
- Agency nurses working in CHC assessment and case management
- Registered nurses working with CHC-funded patients in the community
- Nurses involved in CHC reviews, appeals and complex discharge planning
- Independent nurse assessors and case managers
- Nurses interested in moving into CHC roles and wanting to learn more
If CHC is part of your current role – or an area you want to explore – the CHC Nurses Agency Network can offer you guidance, connection and ongoing support.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members who are passionate about Continuing Healthcare, committed to professional standards, and keen to contribute to a supportive nursing community.
To join, simply get in touch with us via our website or contact details on this platform. Once we have verified your professional background, we will invite you to our private social media groups and share details of upcoming events.
From there, you can introduce yourself to the community, join discussions, attend events and start building your CHC network straight away.
Why Choose the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is unique in its focus on agency nurses working within NHS Continuing Healthcare and related community pathways. We provide:
- A dedicated space built specifically for CHC nursing professionals
- Round-the-clock access to experienced peers
- Support with the realities of CHC workloads, documentation and decision-making
- Opportunities to grow professionally and personally within a like-minded community
If you are looking for a professional home where you can be understood, supported and challenged to grow, our network is here for you.
Contact CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are ready to connect with other CHC agency nurses, expand your professional network and access ongoing support, we would love to hear from you.
Contact us today to learn more about membership, our private groups and our upcoming events. Together, we can strengthen CHC nursing practice and improve outcomes for the individuals and families we support.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community and support hub for agency nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and nursing professionals who work in or around CHC, particularly in agency roles, are welcome to apply for membership.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Yes, our primary focus is on nurses working within the UK NHS Continuing Healthcare and community care systems.
- How do I join the private social media groups? After you contact us and we verify your professional background, we will send you an invitation to our confidential, invite-only groups.
- Does the network offer formal CHC training courses? We focus on peer support, shared learning and events, and we also signpost members to relevant CHC training and development opportunities.
- Are the discussions in the groups confidential? Yes, our groups are private and moderated, and all members are expected to uphold strict professional and confidentiality standards.
- Do you organise in-person events as well as online sessions? We host a mix of online and, where possible, in-person events to help members connect and share experiences.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership options and any associated fees.
- Can student nurses join the network? We primarily support registered nurses, but student nurses with a clear interest in CHC may contact us to discuss suitability.
- How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can reach us through our website or via the contact details provided on this platform to ask questions or request to join.