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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Your Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Connecting, Supporting and Developing Nurses Working in NHS Continuing Healthcare
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated UK-wide community for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community-based care. We provide a safe, supportive space where CHC nurses can connect, share experiences, access expert training and stay up to date with CHC best practice and policy changes.
Our aim is to make agency nursing in CHC less isolating and more rewarding by offering peer support, professional development, networking and practical guidance tailored specifically to the unique pressures of CHC practice.
A Professional Network Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
CHC nursing comes with complex assessments, high levels of responsibility and constant regulatory changes. Our network understands this because we are CHC nurses ourselves. We support each other through:
- Confidential, invite-only social media groups for CHC agency nurses
- Regular online and in-person events focused on CHC practice
- Peer advice on CHC processes, documentation and caseloads
- Shared resources, templates and tips to make agency CHC work easier
With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, many of our members build lasting friendships and trusted professional relationships that continue throughout their careers.
Our Mission and Values
The CHC Nurses Agency Network exists to empower agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare through:
- Community – reducing isolation by connecting CHC agency nurses across the UK
- Knowledge – sharing CHC expertise, training and real-world experience
- Support – offering a safe space to discuss workload, stress and professional challenges
- Quality – promoting best practice in CHC assessments, care planning and advocacy
Integrity, professionalism and mutual respect underpin everything we do, ensuring our network remains a trusted and positive space for all members.
Specialist Support for CHC Agency Nurses
Peer-to-Peer Support 24/7/365
Only another nurse truly understands the demands of nursing, and this is especially true in CHC. Our confidential, invite-only social media groups allow you to connect with fellow CHC agency nurses at any time, ask questions, debrief after challenging days and share solutions to common issues.
Whether you are struggling with a complex checklist, DST (Decision Support Tool) meeting, or navigating a new CCG process, there is always someone in the network who has been there before and can offer guidance.
CHC and Community DoLS Training and Resources
We support Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) practice by directing members to up-to-date guidance, evidence-based resources and training opportunities. Our focus is on:
- Understanding the full CHC pathway, from checklist to panel
- Improving documentation and clinical justification in DSTs
- Promoting lawful, person-centred Community DoLS practice
- Maintaining compliance with the latest CHC framework and case law
By building your CHC knowledge and confidence, you can provide better advocacy for patients while protecting your own professional practice.
Supporting Safe Transitions and Complex Care in the Community
Many CHC agency nurses work within complex community care packages, supporting people with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, advanced frailty and long-term conditions. Within the network, nurses share:
- Practical tips for managing high-acuity care in home settings
- Strategies for safe hospital-to-home and home-to-hospital transitions
- Best practice in person-centred care planning and risk management
- Approaches to working effectively with MDTs, families and commissioners
This collective experience helps you deliver consistent, high-quality care while navigating the realities of agency work.
Events, Networking and Continuous Professional Development
Regular CHC-Focused Events
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together. These include:
- Online Q&A sessions on CHC frameworks and practice
- Informal meet-ups and networking events
- Workshops on documentation, safeguarding and legal aspects of CHC
- Discussion forums on current NHS and CHC policy changes
These events are designed to be relaxed, supportive and practical, helping you build both your knowledge and your professional network.
Building Long-Term Professional Relationships
Many nurses who join the CHC Nurses Agency Network become lifelong colleagues and friends. Our members regularly stay in touch outside of formal events, collaborating on opportunities, supporting each other through challenging roles and celebrating professional milestones together.
For agency nurses who may move frequently between teams and locations, this continuity of connection is invaluable.
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network
Who Can Join?
Our network welcomes:
- Registered Nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
- Agency and bank nurses involved in CHC-funded packages of care
- Nurses working in CHC assessment teams, review teams or commissioning roles
- Nurses transitioning into CHC who want support and guidance
If you are actively involved in CHC or aspire to specialise in Continuing Healthcare, you will find the network highly relevant and supportive.
How Membership Works
New members are invited to join our private social media groups and are encouraged to take part in our events and discussions. We foster a culture of confidentiality and respect, where you can speak openly about professional issues without fear of judgment.
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals shares information, advice and peer support 24-7-365, ensuring help is always at hand when you need it.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
- Connect with hundreds of CHC agency nurses across the UK
- Access confidential, invite-only social media groups for real-time support
- Stay informed about changes in CHC frameworks, policy and practice
- Gain practical tips and shared resources to make CHC paperwork and processes easier
- Join regular online and in-person events tailored to CHC agency work
- Reduce professional isolation and build long-term friendships and contacts
- Develop your CHC expertise and strengthen your professional portfolio
- Share your own knowledge and experience to support the wider CHC community
Get In Touch and Become Part of the Network
If you are a nurse working in or moving into NHS Continuing Healthcare, we would love to welcome you into the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
Contact us today to find out how to join our private groups, access events and start connecting with other CHC agency nurses who truly understand the realities of your role.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in or moving into NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), particularly in agency or bank roles, can apply to join.
- Is there a membership fee? Membership details, including any fees, are provided when you contact us to join the network.
- How do I join the private social media groups? Once accepted into the network, you will receive invite-only links to our confidential social media groups.
- Do you offer formal CHC training courses? We signpost members to relevant CHC training opportunities and share resources to support ongoing learning.
- Are your events online or in person? We run a mix of online events for convenience and in-person meet-ups where possible.
- Can newly qualified nurses join the network? Yes, newly qualified nurses with an interest in CHC are welcome and can benefit from peer support and guidance.
- Is the network only for nurses in England? No, we welcome CHC agency nurses from across the UK, recognising regional differences in practice and policy.
- Are discussions in the group confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only, and we expect all members to respect strict confidentiality and professionalism.
- Do you work with recruitment agencies or employers? The network is primarily for peer support, but members may share information about opportunities and experiences.
- How do I get started? Simply contact us through our website or designated channels to express your interest and we will guide you through the joining process.
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