CHC Nurses Agency Network | Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community
Specialist Network for CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and consultancy for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in complex care. We bring together CHC-experienced nurses from across the UK to share knowledge, develop skills, access training, and build supportive professional relationships that enhance both patient outcomes and career progression.
As every nurse knows, only another nurse truly understands the pressures, emotional demands, and responsibilities of frontline practice. Our invite-only CHC nursing network offers a safe space to connect, debrief, and grow, while also accessing expert-led CHC training, consultancy, and professional guidance.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a peer-driven professional network with a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals. Members engage 24/7 via confidential social media groups, online platforms, and in-person events to exchange knowledge on CHC assessments, community practice, complex case management, and regulatory compliance.
We support agency nurses, independent practitioners, and healthcare providers who deliver care funded through NHS Continuing Healthcare, Community DOLs, and other complex care pathways. Our aim is to make your professional life easier, more connected, and better informed.
A Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Working as an agency nurse in CHC can be both rewarding and isolating. Through the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to a trusted community of like-minded professionals who understand your daily challenges and can offer real-world advice and support.
Many of our nurses form lasting friendships, support each other between shifts and contracts, and stay in touch for years as their careers and roles evolve within the CHC space.
Private, Confidential Social Media Groups
Members are invited to join our private, confidential social media groups, where CHC nurses share clinical updates, ask questions, and discuss professional issues 24-7-365. These invite-only spaces are carefully moderated to ensure they remain safe, respectful, and fully focused on professional growth and support.
From quick questions about CHC eligibility criteria to advice on documentation or complex case scenarios, our community provides rapid, peer-led support whenever you need it.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Training and Professional Development
The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers and signposts to specialist CHC training, workshops, and development opportunities for nurses and health professionals working in Continuing Healthcare, community complex care, and related settings.
Specialist Training for CHC Agency Nurses
Our network focuses on practical, evidence-based training that helps nurses succeed in demanding CHC roles. Topics commonly covered or supported through our partners and events include:
- Understanding NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) frameworks and national guidance
- Conducting and contributing to CHC assessments, DSTs, and MDTs
- Writing robust, defensible CHC clinical rationales and documentation
- Planning and delivering person-centred complex care in community settings
- Best practice in risk assessment, safeguarding and capacity assessments
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams
Our aim is to ensure CHC agency nurses feel confident, competent, and well-prepared when working in high-responsibility roles across hospitals, care homes, and community placements.
Community DOLs and Legal/Regulatory Awareness
For nurses involved in Community Deprivation of Liberty (Community DoL/DoLS) and complex community practice, the network also highlights training and discussion around:
- Understanding deprivation of liberty in community settings
- Legal frameworks, documentation, and recording requirements
- Balancing autonomy, safety, and human rights in long-term care
By staying informed and supported, nurses can work with confidence within legal and regulatory frameworks while prioritising person-centred care.
Events, Workshops and Networking Opportunities
Regular Events for CHC Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs and promotes regular online and in-person events designed specifically for CHC agency nurses and professionals working in Continuing Healthcare. These events may include:
- Educational webinars on CHC policy, practice updates, and case law
- Practical workshops on documentation, assessment, and complex care planning
- Networking meet-ups for CHC agency nurses to connect and collaborate
- Peer support sessions focusing on wellbeing, burnout, and resilience in nursing
Our events bring together experts, trainers, and frontline professionals to share best practice and raise standards of CHC nursing across the UK.
Benefits of Joining Our CHC Events
By attending our events, CHC nurses can:
- Stay up to date with CHC guidance, frameworks, and legislation
- Develop stronger skills in assessment, documentation, and case management
- Build a professional support network beyond their current placement or agency
- Access career advice and mentoring from experienced CHC professionals
Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced clinical lead, our events help you stay current, compliant, and confident in your practice.
Peer Support, Wellbeing and Professional Issues
A Safe Space to Share Challenges and Solutions
Nursing in complex CHC environments can be emotionally and professionally demanding. Our network provides a safe, non-judgemental space to talk openly about:
- Workplace stress, burnout, and moral injury
- Ethical dilemmas in Continuing Healthcare
- Workload, shift patterns, and agency-related issues
- Career decisions, revalidation, and ongoing professional development
Because everyone in the network works in or around CHC, members gain practical, relevant insight that goes far beyond generic nursing forums or public groups.
Long-Term Professional Relationships
Many nurses who join the CHC Nurses Agency Network go on to build long-term professional and personal relationships, collaborating on projects, supporting each other through job changes, and sharing opportunities across agencies and organisations.
This strong network effect helps members access new roles, consultancy opportunities, and specialist posts they might not otherwise hear about, supporting both career development and job satisfaction.
Who Can Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
We welcome a wide range of professionals who are involved or interested in Continuing Healthcare and complex care, including:
- Agency nurses working in CHC-funded packages or community complex care
- Registered Nurses (RNs/RGNs/RMNs/RNLDs) seeking to move into CHC roles
- CHC case managers, nurse assessors, and clinical leads
- Independent nurse consultants working in CHC assessments or review
- Allied health professionals with a CHC focus (where appropriate)
Our core community remains focused on CHC-experienced nurses, ensuring that discussions and resources remain highly relevant to your day-to-day practice.
How the CHC Nurses Agency Network Supports Healthcare Organisations
Connecting Organisations with Skilled CHC Nurses
By nurturing a highly engaged group of experienced CHC agency nurses, the network acts as a valuable resource for organisations seeking nurses with strong skills in:
- CHC assessments and reviews
- Complex care planning and care coordination
- Community nursing and long-term condition management
- Documentation, governance, and quality improvement
Members often share contract opportunities, interim roles, and specialist posts within the network, helping healthcare organisations connect with CHC nurses who understand the demands of the role from day one.
Raising Standards in CHC and Complex Care
Through our focus on networking, education, and peer support, the CHC Nurses Agency Network contributes to raising standards of care in CHC-funded services. Our community champions:
- Person-centred care and respect for individual rights
- Robust clinical documentation and professional accountability
- Evidence-based practice and reflective learning
- Collaboration and multidisciplinary working
By supporting nurses, we ultimately support better patient outcomes, safer services, and more effective use of CHC funding.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse or CHC professional looking for a supportive, knowledgeable, and confidential community, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you. Joining our network can help you:
- Build meaningful professional connections with CHC specialists
- Access peer support and advice whenever you need it
- Stay informed about CHC policy changes, case law and best practice
- Find training, events, and development opportunities tailored to CHC
New members are always welcome. To get started, simply contact us to express your interest in joining our private social media groups and upcoming events, and we will guide you through the next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist UK community for agency nurses and professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, CHC nurse assessors, case managers, and registered nurses interested in or already working in CHC can apply to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? The core focus is on agency nurses, but CHC-affiliated professionals such as case managers and independent consultants are also welcome where appropriate.
- How do I join the private social media groups? You can request to join by contacting us, after which we will verify your professional background and send an invite to the relevant groups.
- Are the discussions in the network confidential? Yes, our invite-only groups are moderated and run as confidential, professionally focused spaces for CHC nurses.
- Does the network provide CHC training? The network offers and signposts to specialist CHC training, webinars, and workshops tailored to the needs of CHC agency nurses.
- Do you organise in-person events? Yes, we run and promote both online and in-person events, including workshops, meet-ups, and networking sessions for CHC nurses.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Details on membership and any associated fees will be provided when you contact us to express your interest in joining.
- Can healthcare organisations connect with nurses via the network? Yes, organisations often share CHC-specific roles and opportunities within the network to reach experienced CHC agency nurses.
- How can I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply reach out through our website or contact details to register your interest, and we will guide you through the joining process.