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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for UK Agency Nurses
A Dedicated Network for CHC Agency Nurses, By CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and support network for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK. We bring together nurses who work in CHC and complex care to share knowledge, build confidence, and make agency nursing less isolating and more rewarding.
Our secure, invite-only network provides a safe space to connect with colleagues who truly understand the realities of CHC nursing — the pressures, the responsibilities, and the emotional impact — while helping you develop professionally, stay informed, and deliver safe, high-quality care.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a peer-led professional community designed exclusively for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare, complex care, and related community settings through agencies.
Within our network, you can:
- Relax and debrief with peers who understand the challenges of CHC nursing.
- Access informal and formal learning through shared resources and structured training sessions.
- Build your professional network and gain insight into CHC roles, processes, and best practice.
- Ask questions 24/7 in our confidential social media groups and get real-world answers from experienced CHC nurses.
- Stay informed about changes in CHC guidance, assessment, and commissioning practice.
We currently support a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, all connected through a series of confidential, invite-only online groups and regular in-person and virtual events.
Why CHC Agency Nurses Need a Specialist Network
Agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex community care often work independently, moving between providers, CCG/ICB areas, and care settings. This can make it difficult to access consistent support, supervision, and peer discussion.
Our network bridges that gap by providing:
- Professional solidarity – a community of nurses who “get it” without you having to explain.
- Clinical reflection and advice – peers and mentors to discuss complex CHC cases, assessments, and care plans.
- Shared experience of CHC frameworks – including the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare, Decision Support Tool (DST), checklist processes, and funding issues.
- Emotional support – a safe place to talk about the emotional and ethical challenges that come with CHC and end-of-life care.
Our Core Support Areas for CHC Agency Nurses
At the heart of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our focus on professional growth, peer connection, and safe practice in Continuing Healthcare. We do this through:
- Regular networking events – online and face-to-face.
- CHC-focused training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
- Private social media communities for day-to-day support.
- Shared resources, templates, and tips for CHC practice.
A Relaxed, Supportive Space Just for CHC Nurses
We know how intense CHC nursing can be. The CHC Nurses Agency Network is deliberately designed as a welcoming and relaxed environment where you can:
- Talk honestly about the pressures of agency and CHC work.
- Ask “silly” questions without judgement — there are none.
- Share your wins, frustrations, and experiences with people who genuinely understand.
- Connect socially and professionally, building friendships that often last for years.
Many of our members tell us that the network has become their go-to place for reassurance, advice, and encouragement when working independently or in challenging placements.
Professional Networking & Long-Term Connections
Our network gives CHC agency nurses the chance to build strong professional and personal connections that benefit them throughout their careers.
Members frequently:
- Refer one another for CHC roles and agency opportunities.
- Share insights about ICBs, local authorities, and providers they’ve worked with.
- Collaborate on complex CHC cases, assessments, and care planning.
- Stay in touch long-term, forming friendships that continue for many years.
As a result, CHC agency nurses feel less isolated, more informed, and more confident in their work across different organisations and care settings.
Regular Events for CHC Agency Nurses
We run a programme of regular events for our members, designed around the needs of CHC agency nurses and the realities of shift work.
Our events include:
- Informal meet-ups to relax, share experiences, and strengthen connections.
- Online Q&A sessions on topics such as CHC assessment, DST completion, and eligibility decisions.
- Workshops and webinars on CHC frameworks, clinical documentation, and best practice.
- Occasional guest speakers from CHC teams, commissioners, and legal/advocacy services.
These events are not just about learning — they are also opportunities to wind down, meet colleagues, and feel part of a wider CHC community.
Private, Invite‑Only Social Media Groups
A key part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is our series of confidential, invite-only social media groups, where around 500 CHC agency nurses share professional issues, advice, and support 24/7, 365 days a year.
Through these private groups you can:
- Ask for real-time advice on CHC-related queries, documentation, and clinical scenarios.
- Share resources such as policy updates, templates, and helpful tools for CHC practice.
- Debrief after difficult shifts with colleagues who understand both CHC and agency work.
- Stay up to date with changes in CHC guidance, funding decisions, and local practice.
All groups are strictly moderated to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a supportive tone, ensuring members feel safe to contribute openly.
CHC-Focused Knowledge Sharing & Informal Training
While we are first and foremost a community, the CHC Nurses Agency Network also supports continuous professional development (CPD) for agency nurses working in CHC.
Within the network we regularly cover topics such as:
- Understanding CHC eligibility and the National Framework.
- Completing and interpreting the Decision Support Tool (DST).
- CHC checklists, reviews, and appeals.
- Complex care planning for people with high levels of need.
- Documentation and evidence that support robust CHC decision-making.
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities, and providers as an agency nurse.
This combination of practical, real-world advice and peer-based learning helps CHC agency nurses improve their practice, feel more confident, and provide better outcomes for patients and families.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a range of benefits for nurses working in, or interested in working in, Continuing Healthcare and complex care roles:
- Community – be part of a friendly, supportive group of CHC agency nurses who understand the job.
- Connection – build a strong professional network beyond any single agency or organisation.
- Confidence – get advice, reassurance, and second opinions on CHC-related decisions and documentation.
- Knowledge – keep up with the latest in CHC practice, frameworks, and expectations.
- Career development – hear about CHC roles, opportunities, and ways to diversify your experience.
- Wellbeing support – share the emotional load with peers who recognise the demands of CHC nursing.
Whether you are new to CHC or a highly experienced CHC practitioner, the CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a place to grow, learn, share, and belong.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Our network is open to:
- Registered Nurses (RNs) working in CHC or complex care via nursing agencies.
- Nurses interested in moving into CHC roles and wanting to understand the field better.
- Agency nurses working in community, domiciliary, care home, LD, and mental health settings where CHC is relevant.
- Nurses who value peer support, reflective practice, and continuous learning.
If your work involves, or will involve, NHS Continuing Healthcare, Funded Nursing Care (FNC), or complex care arrangements, then this network has been created with you in mind.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We welcome new members into the CHC Nurses Agency Network throughout the year. To maintain a safe, confidential and high-quality community, access to our social media groups and events is by invitation only.
To express interest in joining:
- Get in touch with us via our website contact form, email, or social channels.
- Let us know a little about your nursing background and CHC experience.
- We will guide you through the simple onboarding process and invite you into the relevant private groups.
Once you are a member, you will have ongoing access to our core network of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals, regular updates, and invitations to events.
Contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse — or looking to move into CHC agency work — and would like to join a supportive, knowledgeable and friendly professional community, we would love to hear from you.
Contact us today to learn more about membership, our events, and how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support your professional journey in Continuing Healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a confidential professional community for UK agency nurses working in or interested in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care. - Who can join the network?
Registered nurses with an interest or involvement in CHC, complex care, or community-based agency roles are welcome to apply to join. - Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses?
Yes, our network and discussions are focused on UK-based nursing practice and the NHS Continuing Healthcare framework. - How do I join the private social media groups?
You can contact us with details of your nursing background and, once verified, we will send you an invitation to our relevant invite-only groups. - Does it cost anything to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership arrangements are confirmed at the time of joining, and we will advise you of any applicable fees or free access options. - What kind of events do you run?
We run online and in-person meet-ups, Q&A sessions, webinars and informal gatherings focused on CHC practice and agency nursing. - Can I ask clinical and CHC-related questions in the group?
Yes, members regularly share CHC-related questions and scenarios, while always maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. - Is the network suitable for nurses new to Continuing Healthcare?
Absolutely, many members are developing their CHC skills and benefit from guidance, resources, and peer support. - Do you provide formal CHC training courses?
We primarily offer peer-based learning and informal training sessions, and we signpost to formal CHC training opportunities where relevant. - How can I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
You can reach us through our website, email, or social media channels to discuss membership, events, or general enquiries.
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