CHC Nurses Agency Network: UK CHC Training & Support

CHC Nurses Agency Network provides specialist UK CHC training, peer support and resources for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care. Access CHC assessment guidance, CPD, webinars, private social media groups and career development support. Join a nationwide community of CHC agency nurses to build confidence, stay compliant and improve patient outcomes.






CHC Nurses Agency Network: Continuing Healthcare Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses


CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Support for Agency Nurses in Continuing Healthcare

Professional Community, CHC Training and Support for UK Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for agency nurses working in, or moving into, NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex community care across the UK. We connect nurses, share knowledge and provide practical support so you can deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care while building a rewarding agency nursing career.

Our network offers specialist CHC training, peer-to-peer support, guidance on CHC assessments, care planning, case management and CQC-related practice. Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse or new to the field, we help you stay up to date, feel supported in your role and navigate the realities of agency nursing with confidence.

What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

A Safe, Supportive Space for Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is designed to be a place where agency nurses can relax, connect and talk openly about the pressures and challenges of nursing. We understand that only another nurse truly appreciates the emotional, physical and professional demands of CHC work and agency life.

Through our private, invite-only social media groups and online forums, more than 500 CHC agency nurses share advice, reflect on practice, discuss cases (confidentially and without breaching patient privacy), and support each other 24-7-365.

Growing Your CHC Career and Professional Network

We help agency nurses:

  • Build a strong professional network within the CHC and community care sectors.
  • Gain current knowledge of CHC frameworks, policies and funding criteria.
  • Access opportunities for CPD, specialist CHC training and mentoring.
  • Share best practice and learn from real-world CHC case experiences.
  • Develop long-term friendships and supportive peer relationships.

Many of our members join to “just feel less alone” in their agency roles – and go on to form lasting professional and personal connections.

CHC-Focused Training and Education for Agency Nurses

Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Application and Assessment Training

The CHC Nurses Agency Network offers specialist training programmes for agency nurses involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare assessments and reviews. Our courses are designed to build your competence and confidence in:

  • Understanding the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare.
  • Applying CHC eligibility criteria and clinical rationales.
  • Completing Checklist and Decision Support Tool (DST) documentation.
  • Working effectively within Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MDTs).
  • Supporting families to understand CHC processes and decisions.

Training is delivered by experienced CHC nurses and trainers who bring real-world insight from frontline practice, agency work and commissioning settings.

Workshops on CHC Policy, Case Law and Best Practice

CHC is a fast-evolving area of practice. Our network runs regular online workshops, webinars and small-group sessions on topics such as:

  • Recent changes to CHC policy and guidance.
  • Key case law and ombudsman decisions affecting CHC practice.
  • Documentation standards and defensible record-keeping.
  • Working with complex packages, PHBs (Personal Health Budgets) and joint funding.
  • Ethical dilemmas in CHC and community care.

These events help agency nurses stay up to date, compliant and confident when working in CHC roles across different NHS and community settings.

Flexible and Practical Learning for Busy Agency Nurses

We recognise the realities of agency work – variable shifts, changing locations and unpredictable hours. That’s why we provide flexible training formats including:

  • Live online sessions with Q&A.
  • Recorded webinars you can watch in your own time.
  • Downloadable resources and checklists.
  • Peer discussion groups following key training topics.

Our goal is to make high-quality CHC education accessible to agency nurses, wherever you are and however you work.

Support with CHC Case Management and Complex Care

Peer Support for Complex CHC and Community Cases

Agency nurses often manage highly complex CHC packages, community placements and discharge plans, sometimes with limited local support. Through the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you can:

  • Discuss practice issues confidentially with peers (without sharing identifiable patient details).
  • Get second opinions and ideas on care planning and risk management.
  • Share templates, tools and approaches that work in real practice.
  • Gain reassurance and guidance when facing challenging professional situations.

Our community helps you feel supported, not isolated, even when you are working as a lone agency nurse in a complex CHC environment.

Best Practice in Person-Centred Care and Safeguarding

We promote high standards of person-centred, evidence-based care for people funded through CHC or receiving complex community support. Network discussions and resources often focus on:

  • Developing individualised care and support plans, especially for people with learning disabilities, dementia or multiple long-term conditions.
  • Maintaining dignity, independence and choice in all care settings.
  • Recognising and managing safeguarding concerns appropriately.
  • Improving communication and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams.

By sharing what works in practice, we help agency nurses deliver safe, effective and compassionate care, wherever they are placed.

Supporting Quality, Compliance and CQC-Ready Practice

While we are not a regulator, the CHC Nurses Agency Network promotes best practice in record keeping, governance and CQC-aligned care. Members regularly discuss:

  • How to maintain high standards of documentation as an agency nurse.
  • Working safely within different provider policies and procedures.
  • Preparing for and responding to CQC inspections in care homes, domiciliary care and community services.
  • Professional accountability when working through agencies.

This shared knowledge helps you protect your professional registration while delivering excellent care across multiple organisations.

Events, Networking and Private Social Media Groups

Regular Online Events and Meetups

The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online events to bring our community together, including:

  • Topic-focused CPD sessions and guest speakers.
  • Informal drop-in chats and peer support sessions.
  • Case-based discussion groups and reflective practice.
  • Career development and agency work Q&A.

These events are a chance to connect, learn and recharge with people who truly understand the pressures of CHC and agency nursing.

Private, Invite-Only Digital Community

Our core network of around 500 CHC agency nurses stays in touch via confidential, invite-only social media groups and messaging channels. Within these groups, members:

  • Share professional issues in real time, 24-7-365.
  • Provide emotional support and encouragement on difficult days.
  • Exchange job tips, agency insights and practical advice.
  • Form long-term friendships and professional alliances.

New members are warmly welcomed and quickly become part of an active, supportive CHC community that extends far beyond a single workplace or agency.

Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?

Built by Nurses, for Agency Nurses

The CHC Nurses Agency Network is run by nurses with extensive CHC and agency experience, so everything we do is grounded in the realities of life on the frontline. We understand your pressures and design our support around what you genuinely need.

Specialist Focus on CHC and Complex Community Care

Our community is specifically focused on Continuing Healthcare, complex community packages and related areas, making it highly relevant if you work in CHC roles or want to build your expertise in this specialist field.

Support, Learning and Connection in One Place

By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain:

  • A supportive peer group you can turn to any time.
  • Access to CHC training, CPD and up-to-date resources.
  • Opportunities to grow your career, skills and confidence.
  • A community where your experiences are understood and valued.

How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network

If you are an agency nurse working in CHC, community care or planning to move into this area, we would be delighted to welcome you into our network.

To join our private social media groups, events and training programmes, simply contact us via our website or referral channels and we will guide you through the quick, secure joining process.

Become part of a nationwide community of CHC agency nurses who support each other, share knowledge and work together to improve patient care every day.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community offering support, training and networking for agency nurses working in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
  2. Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working through agencies in CHC, community care or related fields, as well as nurses looking to move into CHC roles, are welcome to apply to join.
  3. Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Yes, our network is primarily focused on UK agency nurses working within NHS Continuing Healthcare and UK community care systems.
  4. What kind of CHC training do you offer? We offer training on CHC eligibility criteria, the National Framework, checklists, DSTs, MDT working, case management and documentation best practice.
  5. How do your private social media groups work? Our invite-only groups provide a confidential, moderated space where members can share professional issues, ask questions and support one another 24-7-365.
  6. Does it cost anything to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership options and any associated costs are outlined on our website or on enquiry, depending on the level of support and training you choose.
  7. Do you help with CHC career development? Yes, we provide guidance, networking, events and educational resources to help you progress and specialise in CHC and complex community care.
  8. Are your events and training sessions online? Most of our sessions are delivered online to suit the flexible schedules of agency nurses, with recordings available where possible.
  9. Is patient confidentiality protected in your groups? Absolutely, we insist that all clinical discussions are fully anonymised and compliant with professional and legal confidentiality standards.
  10. How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can request to join by contacting us through our website or social media channels, after which we will confirm your details and send an invitation to our private groups.