CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist NHS & Healthcare Training, Community and Consultancy for Nurses
Connecting and Empowering CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community and consultancy for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), NHS and wider healthcare settings across the UK. We bring together experienced agency nurses, CHC specialists, and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, improve practice, and make day-to-day working life easier.
Our network offers a unique combination of expert training, CHC consultancy, peer support, and professional networking. With a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, we provide a trusted space to discuss complex cases, share best practice, and stay up to date with the latest NHS and CHC developments.
Whether you are an experienced CHC nurse or new to agency work, the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you build your career, expand your knowledge, and connect with colleagues who truly understand the realities and pressures of nursing.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a training provider – it is a supportive, confidential community built by nurses, for nurses. We know that only another nurse really understands the emotional, physical and professional demands of our work, particularly in complex CHC environments.
We run regular online and in-person events, maintain private invite-only social media groups, and provide specialist consultancy to help you navigate CHC processes, NHS expectations, and regulatory requirements. Many of our members form long-term friendships and professional partnerships that continue for years.
New members are warmly welcomed into our network, where we openly share professional issues 24/7/365 in a confidential setting, helping you feel supported and informed every day of the year.
Core Services for CHC and NHS Nurses
CHC Transitions and Complex Care Support
Ensuring Safe, Seamless Patient Transfers
Patient transitions between hospital, home, care homes and other settings are especially complex in NHS Continuing Healthcare. The CHC Nurses Agency Network supports nurses and healthcare teams to manage these transitions safely and effectively.
We share best-practice guidance, real-world case examples, and practical tools to help you plan and coordinate transfers, maintain continuity of care, and protect patient safety and dignity at every stage of the journey.
Pre-CQC and Quality Assurance Support
Guidance for Inspection Readiness and Compliance
Preparing for Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections and local quality audits can be challenging for agency nurses, CHC teams and independent providers. Through our network, you can access peer advice, expert input and practical resources to support inspection readiness.
We help you interpret standards, discuss real examples of best practice, and identify common pitfalls in policies, documentation and frontline care, so you can contribute confidently to high-quality, compliant services.
Learning Disabilities (LD) and Complex Needs Support Planning
Person-Centred Care for Better Quality of Life
Many CHC and NHS nurses support individuals with learning disabilities (LD), autism and other complex needs. Our network shares evidence-based approaches and practical tools for person-centred assessment, care planning and risk management.
We focus on promoting independence, safety and dignity, working collaboratively with families, multidisciplinary teams and commissioners to improve outcomes and everyday quality of life for people with LD and complex needs.
Specialist Training in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
CHC Training for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals
Understanding Eligibility, Assessment and Funding
The CHC Nurses Agency Network provides and signposts to specialist Continuing Healthcare training designed for agency nurses, case managers, care coordinators and other healthcare professionals involved in CHC.
Our sessions cover CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST), assessment pathways, funding responsibilities, care planning and documentation standards, helping you navigate complex funding frameworks with confidence and accuracy.
Training is delivered by nurses and practitioners with real-world CHC experience, ensuring that content is practical, current and directly relevant to your daily practice.
CHC Events, Webinars and Workshops
Stay Updated on Policy, Practice and Legal Changes
We run regular events for our CHC nursing community, including webinars, workshops, online Q&A sessions and networking meet-ups. These events focus on:
- Updates to NHS Continuing Healthcare frameworks and guidance
- Changes in case law and local commissioning policies
- Best practice in documentation and evidence gathering
- Real case studies from experienced CHC nurses and case managers
Attending our events helps you stay current, deepen your expertise and connect with colleagues who face similar professional challenges.
Peer-Led Case Discussion and Informal Case Management Support
Confidential Advice on Complex CHC Cases
Through our invite-only social media groups, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a space for peer-led case discussion and informal case management support. Members can ask questions, share experiences and explore options for navigating complex CHC decisions.
While we are not a replacement for formal legal advice or employer supervision, our collective expertise helps nurses feel more confident when handling challenging eligibility decisions, safeguarding concerns, appeals and disputes.
A Supportive Professional Community for Agency Nurses
Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Peer Support
A Safe Space to Share, Learn and Decompress
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network are our confidential invite-only online groups, where around 500 CHC agency nurses and healthcare professionals share insights and support each other every day.
Members use these groups to:
- Discuss professional issues and ethical dilemmas in a safe, non-judgemental space
- Share updates on local CHC practices, commissioning trends and policy changes
- Exchange tips on agency work, contracts, pay rates and working conditions
- Offer emotional support during particularly stressful periods or cases
Many members describe the network as a place to relax, debrief and feel understood by colleagues who know exactly what frontline CHC and NHS work involves.
Professional Networking and Career Development
Build Your CHC Career with the Right Connections
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is also a powerful platform for career development. By engaging actively in our community, you can:
- Build relationships with experienced CHC nurses, case managers and leaders
- Hear about new roles, contracts and opportunities within CHC and NHS services
- Gain visibility as a knowledgeable, reliable professional within the sector
- Develop your skills through shared learning and mentorship opportunities
Many members go on to collaborate on projects, referrals, joint training and consultancy work, as well as forming genuine friendships that last for years.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Built by Nurses, For Nurses
Our network is run and shaped by experienced nurses who understand the realities of agency work, Continuing Healthcare, NHS systems and regulatory pressures. Every resource, event and discussion is designed with your professional needs in mind.
Specialist CHC Knowledge and Support
We focus specifically on CHC and complex care, giving you access to targeted expertise that general nursing groups cannot offer. This helps you improve your practice, protect your professional registration and advocate effectively for patients.
Confidential, Supportive Community
Our invite-only groups provide a trusted, confidential space where you can ask questions, share concerns and decompress without fear of judgement. Many members say the network has significantly reduced their sense of isolation and stress.
Focus on Quality, Ethics and Compliance
We encourage high standards of clinical practice, documentation and ethics, helping you deliver safe, person-centred care that aligns with CQC, NHS and NMC expectations. By staying informed and supported, you are better equipped to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse, CHC nurse, case manager or healthcare professional working in Continuing Healthcare or complex care in the UK, we would be delighted to welcome you into the CHC Nurses Agency Network.
Contact us via our website or social channels to request an invitation to our private groups and to receive information about our latest events, training opportunities and community initiatives.
Join today and connect with a community of CHC nursing professionals who are committed to supporting each other, sharing knowledge and improving care for some of the most complex and vulnerable patients in the health and social care system.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community and consultancy for agency nurses and healthcare professionals specialising in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, CHC nurses, case managers and other healthcare professionals involved in Continuing Healthcare or complex care in the UK are welcome to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for NHS staff? No, our network includes nurses and professionals working with NHS, independent and third-sector providers involved in CHC and complex care.
- Do you provide CHC training for nurses? Yes, we provide and signpost to specialist CHC training covering eligibility, assessment, funding, documentation and best practice.
- Are the social media groups private and confidential? Yes, our groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to be a safe, confidential space for professional discussion.
- How often do you run events and webinars? We run regular online and in-person events throughout the year, including webinars, workshops and networking sessions.
- Does membership cost anything? Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership options, costs and any free resources available.
- Can you help with CQC or quality assurance preparation? We offer peer support, guidance and shared resources to help nurses and providers prepare for CQC inspections and quality audits.
- Do you support nurses new to Continuing Healthcare? Yes, our network is an excellent place for nurses new to CHC to learn, ask questions and build confidence.
- How do I join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? You can contact us through our website or social channels to request more information and an invitation to our private groups.