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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Training, Consultancy & Community for CHC Nurses in the UK
Specialist Support for Agency Nurses Working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community dedicated to supporting agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care settings.
We combine specialist CHC training, expert healthcare consultancy and a strong peer support network to help nurses build confidence, stay compliant and develop rewarding careers in CHC.
From understanding complex CHC assessments to navigating CQC requirements and managing challenging cases, our network gives you the knowledge, tools and community you need to succeed.
A Professional Network Built by CHC Agency Nurses, for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe, Supportive Space for CHC Nurses
Only another nurse truly understands the pressure, responsibility and daily challenges that come with CHC and complex care roles.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides a confidential, invite-only space where nurses can talk openly about clinical issues, caseloads, funding challenges, workload stress and career pathways.
Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals stay in touch every day via private social media groups and dedicated online communities.
Building Lifelong Professional Relationships
We run regular events, meet-ups and online sessions to bring our CHC nurse community together.
Many members form strong professional connections that develop into long-term friendships, providing mutual support throughout their CHC careers.
New members are warmly welcomed into our CHC Agency Nurses Network, with guided introductions to our private social media groups, CPD sessions and networking events.
Specialist Training for CHC & Complex Care Nurses
Comprehensive CHC Training Programmes
Our training is tailored specifically for nurses working in or moving into Continuing Healthcare, community complex care and case management roles.
We offer practical, scenario-based education covering:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) framework and national guidance
- CHC eligibility assessments and MDT decision-making
- Completion and interpretation of the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Best practice in care planning and personalised care in CHC
- Clinical risk assessment and patient safety in community settings
- Documentation standards and legal defensibility of clinical records
Our training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses and clinical leads who understand the realities of frontline practice.
Flexible Learning: Workshops, Webinars & Online Modules
We provide flexible training formats to suit busy agency nurses, including:
- Live online webinars and virtual workshops
- Face-to-face training days (where available)
- On-demand e-learning modules for self-paced study
- Small group case-based learning and peer discussion
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced CHC nurse wanting to refresh your knowledge, our programmes are designed to build confidence, competence and career progression.
Expert Healthcare Consultancy for CHC & Community Services
Clinical Consultancy & Support for CHC Providers
Alongside our network, we offer healthcare consultancy services to organisations delivering CHC and community complex care.
Our experienced CHC nurses support with:
- Reviewing and improving CHC assessment and review processes
- Strengthening care planning and risk management in complex cases
- Guidance on case management and multi-agency working
- Improving documentation and evidence for funding decisions
This ensures more consistent decision-making, better patient outcomes and stronger compliance with national CHC frameworks.
Supporting Safe Transitions of Care
Transitions between hospital, home, care homes and specialist placements are high-risk moments, especially for people eligible for CHC funding.
We help teams and individual nurses to:
- Plan safe discharges and admissions for CHC-funded individuals
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and social care partners
- Develop person-centred transition plans that maintain continuity of care
- Reduce avoidable readmissions and clinical incidents
Our focus is always on patient Safety, dignity, independence and continuity of care.
CQC Preparation & Quality Improvement
For providers and teams, we offer CQC preparation and pre-assessment support to help you identify gaps before inspection.
We review:
- Clinical governance and risk management
- Care plans and outcome-focused documentation
- Policies and procedures related to CHC and community care
- Staff training, supervision and competency frameworks
You receive clear, actionable recommendations to strengthen quality, safety and compliance before CQC visits.
CHC, Community DoLS & Learning Disability (LD) Expertise
Continuing Healthcare & Community DoLS Applications
Our network includes nurses skilled in CHC eligibility, funding panels and Community DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) processes.
We support nurses and organisations to:
- Understand legal frameworks around consent and capacity
- Prepare robust evidence for CHC and DoLS applications
- Apply best practice in documentation and assessments
- Promote the rights and wishes of the person at the centre of care
This improves compliance, patient protection and ethical decision-making in complex community care.
Person-Centred Support for Adults with Learning Disabilities
Many CHC-funded individuals have learning disabilities and highly individualised care needs.
We help nurses and services to:
- Design person-centred care plans that prioritise independence and dignity
- Use evidence-based approaches to support behaviour, communication and engagement
- Collaborate effectively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
- Balance Safety with choice and quality of life
Our aim is to enable nurses to deliver truly individualised, respectful and enabling care.
Events, Networking & Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Regular CHC-Focused Events & Peer Learning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events focused on Continuing Healthcare and complex care practice.
These include:
- Clinical case discussions and peer supervision style sessions
- Policy and NHS CHC framework updates
- Skills-based workshops and CPD-accredited training
- Informal networking events for agency nurses
Our events help you stay up to date with best practice, national changes and evolving CHC guidance.
A 24/7 Professional Support Community
Through our private social media groups, you can share questions, resources and experiences with fellow CHC nurses 24-7-365.
Members use these groups to:
- Seek advice on complex clinical or funding cases
- Discuss documentation, risk assessments and MDT challenges
- Share job opportunities, contracts and CHC roles
- Talk honestly about stress, workload and work–life balance
This constant professional peer support makes agency nursing in CHC feel less isolated and more connected.
Case Management & Complex Care Support
Supporting Complex CHC Cases
Many members of our network work in complex case management roles for CHC-funded adults and children.
We offer guidance and peer support around:
- Coordinating multi-agency care packages
- Managing high-dependency and technology-dependent patients
- Balancing clinical needs with home and community living
- Addressing family expectations, communication and advocacy
Our focus is always on person-centred planning and sustainable, safe care coordination.
Legal, Ethical & Regulatory Confidence
We help CHC nurses feel more confident about the legal and regulatory frameworks around their work.
Through training and peer discussion, nurses gain clarity on:
- Mental Capacity Act and DoLS in community practice
- Safeguarding responsibilities in CHC roles
- CQC expectations and professional accountability
- How to maintain defensible records and evidence-based decisions
This reduces anxiety around complaints, investigations and inspections, and supports safe, ethical decision-making.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to:
- A trusted community of over 500 CHC agency nurses across the UK
- Specialist CHC training, consultancy and CPD opportunities
- 24/7 peer support through confidential, invite-only groups
- Practical help with CHC frameworks, assessments and documentation
- Networking, mentoring and career development support in CHC
Whether you are just starting in CHC or are an experienced agency nurse seeking connection and development, our network is here to support your practice, protect your wellbeing and enhance the care you deliver.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community offering training, consultancy and peer support for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses and nursing associates working in, or interested in, CHC, community complex care or case management roles are welcome to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is agency nurses, but we also welcome bank, permanent and independent nurses with an interest in CHC practice.
- What kind of CHC training do you provide? We provide training on CHC eligibility, DST completion, care planning, risk management, documentation, Community DoLS and related legal frameworks.
- How do your private social media groups work? Members are invited into confidential, moderated groups where they can discuss clinical issues, share resources and access peer support 24/7.
- Do you help organisations as well as individual nurses? Yes, we offer consultancy and training for providers, teams and organisations delivering CHC and complex community care.
- Can you support with CQC preparation? We can review your CHC-related policies, procedures and records, and give clear recommendations to improve CQC readiness.
- Do you cover learning disability and mental health within CHC? Yes, many members specialise in LD and MH, and we provide training and peer support around person-centred care in these areas.
- How often do you run events and webinars? We run events regularly throughout the year, including clinical updates, workshops and informal networking sessions.
- How can I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us via our website or social channels, and we will guide you through a simple joining process and invite you into our private groups.
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