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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
A Professional Network for CHC & Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community for agency nurses and healthcare professionals working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and related services across the UK.
We provide a safe, supportive space to connect with peers, build your knowledge, share experiences, and access specialist CHC-related training, events, and resources designed to make agency nursing life easier and more rewarding.
Built by nurses for nurses, our network recognises that only another nurse truly understands the pressures, workload, and emotional demands that come with delivering high-quality patient care every day.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a growing community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who stay in touch through confidential, invite-only social media groups, online meet-ups, and regular in-person events.
We bring together nurses who work within CHC, community care, care homes, hospitals, and specialist providers to share real-world insights, discuss professional issues, and support each other 24/7/365.
Many of our members form lasting friendships, develop collaborative working opportunities, and use the network as a safe place to ask questions, debrief, and grow professionally.
Core Benefits of Joining CHC Nurses Agency Network
- Connect with experienced CHC and agency nurses who understand your daily challenges
- Access confidential, invite-only social media groups for real-time peer support
- Discover CHC training, webinars, and learning opportunities to develop your practice
- Hear about events, networking sessions, and specialist CHC workshops
- Share knowledge on CHC assessments, care planning, documentation, and best practice
- Relax and unwind in a friendly, supportive professional community
- Find advice on navigating agencies, placements, and work–life balance
Specialist Support for Nurses Working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Our network focuses on the real issues faced by nurses involved in CHC eligibility assessments, care reviews, multidisciplinary team (MDT) processes, and complex community care.
Through shared experience and peer-led guidance, we help nurses feel more confident in their CHC work, from understanding national frameworks and local processes to handling challenging cases and difficult conversations with families.
Peer-Led Learning on CHC Processes & Eligibility
Within our groups, nurses regularly discuss the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare, Decision Support Tools (DSTs), checklists, and local commissioning requirements.
Members share tips on writing robust clinical rationales, preparing case notes, building evidence for eligibility, and working effectively with MDTs and local authorities.
Practical CHC Topics Our Members Discuss
- Completing CHC checklists and DSTs confidently and accurately
- Understanding eligibility criteria and primary health need concepts
- Writing clear, defensible clinical rationales and care summaries
- Preparing for local panel reviews and appeals
- Balancing workload, documentation, and patient-facing time
Events, Webinars & Networking for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events that bring our community together to learn, share, and connect.
From informal networking sessions to focused CHC training webinars, our events are designed to be practical, accessible, and directly relevant to nurses working on agency contracts or in CHC-related roles.
Why Attend CHC Nurses Agency Network Events?
- Stay up to date with CHC policies, frameworks, and best practice
- Hear from experienced CHC practitioners and guest speakers
- Ask questions in a safe, non-judgemental environment
- Build your professional network across different agencies and regions
- Gain practical tips you can apply immediately in your clinical work
Safe, Confidential Online Support Groups
Our private social media groups provide a confidential, invite-only environment where nurses can talk openly about their professional challenges, questions, and concerns.
Conversations cover everything from clinical decision-making and documentation queries to managing shift stress, navigating agency work, supporting families, and looking after your own wellbeing.
What You Can Expect from Our Online Community
- 24/7 peer support from nurses who understand CHC and agency work
- Non-judgemental discussion of professional issues and ethical dilemmas
- Shared resources, templates, and signposting to trusted guidance
- A space to debrief after difficult shifts or complex CHC cases
- Encouragement, motivation, and camaraderie from fellow professionals
Supporting Your Professional Development as a CHC Agency Nurse
Being an agency nurse in CHC can feel isolating at times, especially when you are moving between teams and organisations.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you maintain a strong sense of professional identity, continue your learning, and build lasting connections regardless of where you are currently working.
Continuous Learning and Career Growth
Through shared learning, signposting, and events, our network supports your continuing professional development (CPD) and helps you stay aligned with current guidance across CHC and wider community care.
Members frequently discuss revalidation, documentation standards, safeguarding, CQC expectations, and how to evidence high-quality practice in temporary or agency roles.
How We Support Your CHC Career
- Sharing CHC-focused resources and learning opportunities
- Discussing revalidation, CPD, and portfolio building
- Offering peer advice on interviews, roles, and agency selection
- Helping you feel confident in complex CHC and community settings
- Connecting you with nurses working in similar specialties and locations
Wellbeing, Work–Life Balance & Mutual Support
We recognise the emotional weight carried by nurses in CHC and agency roles, from end-of-life care and safeguarding to supporting families through stressful funding decisions.
Our network creates room for honest conversations about burnout, stress, resilience, and work–life balance, so you never have to feel you are handling it all alone.
A Community That Understands Nursing Pressures
- Space to reflect on difficult cases and emotional strain
- Peer advice on setting boundaries and managing workload
- Encouragement to prioritise self-care and mental health
- Support from colleagues who have faced similar situations
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our community is open to registered nurses and related professionals working in or around Continuing Healthcare and agency roles in the UK.
- Agency nurses working in CHC assessment teams, review teams, or panels
- Nurses in community, care home, and hospital settings linked to CHC pathways
- Nurses interested in moving into CHC or complex community case management
- Senior nurses, team leaders, and practice educators who support CHC work
If you are involved in CHC, community care, or complex long-term care on an agency or flexible basis, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed with you in mind.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We warmly welcome new members who want to connect, learn, and share within a trusted professional community.
To join, simply get in touch with us via our website or official channels, and we will guide you through joining our private social media groups and upcoming events.
What Happens After You Join?
- You will be invited into our confidential online groups
- You can introduce yourself and start connecting with other nurses
- You will receive updates about events, webinars, and networking opportunities
- You can immediately start sharing questions, experiences, and resources
Whether you are newly working in CHC or have many years of experience, there is a place for you in the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and agency roles to connect, learn, and support each other.
- Who can join the network? Registered nurses and related professionals involved in CHC, community care, or agency nursing within the UK can join our network.
- Does it cost anything to join? Membership details and any associated costs are explained when you contact us to join.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you join, you will receive invitations and links to our confidential, invite-only online groups.
- Do you offer formal CHC training? We signpost members to relevant CHC training, share peer-led learning, and host events featuring CHC-focused education.
- Can I attend events if I am new to CHC? Yes, our events are suitable for both nurses new to CHC and those with extensive experience.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? No, while many members are agency nurses, we also welcome nurses in fixed roles who are involved in CHC work.
- Are discussions in the groups confidential? Yes, our groups are private and invite-only, and we ask all members to respect professional confidentiality at all times.
- How often do you run events or meet-ups? We run regular online and occasional in-person events, with dates and details shared directly in our groups.
- How do I get started? Contact us through our website or official channels and we will help you join the CHC Nurses Agency Network and its private groups.
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