CHC Nurses Agency Network – Specialist Support for Continuing Healthcare Nurses
Connecting, Supporting and Developing CHC Agency Nurses Across the UK
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community-based care across the UK. We bring together agency nurses, independent practitioners and healthcare professionals to provide specialist training, practical consultancy, and a strong, supportive peer network focused on CHC excellence.
We understand the pressures, complexity and responsibility that come with CHC nursing. Only another nurse truly understands the long hours, emotional load and constant decision-making involved in safeguarding patient outcomes while navigating NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, funding and regulatory frameworks. Our network exists to make that journey easier, more informed and less isolated.
A Professional Network Built by CHC Nurses for CHC Nurses
At the heart of CHC Nurses Agency Network is a thriving community of around 500 experienced CHC agency nurses who share knowledge, opportunities and real-world solutions every day. Our members work in hospitals, the community, integrated care boards (ICBs), local authorities, care homes and as independent consultants, all united by a commitment to delivering safe, person-centred CHC.
We run regular events, online meet-ups and educational sessions to bring our members together. Many nurses within our network stay in touch long term, supporting each other through contract changes, complex cases, professional challenges and career development. Professional connections often become genuine friendships that last for years.
Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Peer Support
Membership includes access to our confidential, invite-only social media groups, where CHC nurses openly share professional issues, ask questions, swap experiences and discuss complex CHC and safeguarding scenarios 24-7-365. These secure spaces provide practical problem-solving, emotional support and a sense of belonging that is often missing in agency work.
We actively welcome new members into our network, ensuring every nurse has a safe place to talk, debrief and learn from others who truly understand the realities of CHC nursing.
Specialist CHC Training and Professional Development
Alongside our community, CHC Nurses Agency Network offers a growing range of specialist Continuing Healthcare training programs designed to help nurses enhance their knowledge, confidence and employability. Our training focuses on real-life CHC practice, regulatory compliance and defensible clinical decision-making.
Whether you are new to CHC, transitioning from another nursing field, or an experienced CHC nurse wanting to refine your skills, we provide practical, up-to-date learning tailored to the modern CHC environment.
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Eligibility, MDT and DST Training
Our CHC eligibility and assessment training covers the full pathway, including checklists, full CHC assessments, Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and Decision Support Tool (DST) documentation. Training is delivered by experienced CHC clinicians who have worked within ICBs and commissioning environments, giving members insight into how decisions are made and challenged.
We focus on the skills agency nurses need to deliver robust CHC evidence, including accurate clinical recording, risk presentation, eligibility rationale and effective advocacy for patients and families, all aligned with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS‑funded Nursing Care.
Community DoLS, Safeguarding and Complex Community Care Training
For nurses involved in community and social care pathways, we provide targeted sessions on community Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), safeguarding principles, Mental Capacity Act (MCA) application and risk management. These sessions help CHC agency nurses to work safely and lawfully in complex community placements, supported living and homecare environments.
Our training emphasises practical application—what to do, what to document and how to escalate concerns—so you can immediately apply learning in your day-to-day practice.
Workshops on CQC Compliance and Assessment Readiness for Providers
We also support nurses and provider organisations with CQC compliance workshops, covering quality standards, documentation, governance and inspection readiness. This is particularly valuable for agency nurses stepping into senior or leadership roles within community settings, care homes or domiciliary care services.
Our workshops help you understand what CQC inspectors look for, how to evidence safe and effective care, and how to contribute confidently to improvement plans and quality audits.
Consultancy and Support for CHC Practice, Placements and Providers
CHC Nurses Agency Network also offers access to experienced CHC professionals who provide consultancy and advisory support to individual nurses and, where appropriate, to care providers and multidisciplinary teams.
From understanding complex eligibility decisions to supporting safe discharges and community transitions, our network gives members the chance to tap into deep expertise and peer-reviewed best practice.
Support with Complex CHC Cases and Transitions of Care
Transitions between hospital, home and community placements can be challenging for both nurses and patients. Our network shares practical strategies and templates to assist with discharge planning, CHC fast-track applications, risk assessments and ongoing review processes.
By drawing on the combined experience of hundreds of CHC nurses, members can improve outcomes, reduce avoidable readmissions and promote safe, person-centred transitions across care settings.
Learning Disability (LD) and Neurodiversity Support within CHC
Many of our members work with individuals who have Learning Disabilities (LD), Autism and other neurodiverse needs within CHC or joint-funded packages. Our community shares tools and approaches for person-centred care planning, risk management and communication strategies tailored to this population.
We focus on maintaining dignity, choice and community participation while ensuring CHC criteria, legal frameworks and safeguarding standards are rigorously met.
Person-Centred Care Planning and Quality of Life Outcomes
Through shared resources, peer discussions and case-based learning, CHC Nurses Agency Network supports members to create and deliver care plans that address daily living, health needs, behavioural support and meaningful activity. This helps nurses to advocate effectively for individuals with LD within panels, reviews and best-interest discussions.
Case Management, Documentation and Professional Accountability
Good CHC nursing practice relies on strong case management and documentation. Our network provides guidance on clinical record-keeping, outcome tracking, escalation pathways and internal governance, so members can protect both patients and their own professional registration.
We encourage best practice in inter-agency communication, MDT working and defensible note writing, especially important for agency nurses who frequently move between teams and organisations.
Regulatory Compliance, Revalidation and Professional Confidence
As a CHC agency nurse, staying aligned with NMC requirements, local policies and national frameworks can be demanding. Our community regularly shares updates, templates and examples that support NMC revalidation, CPD evidence and reflective practice.
By staying informed through the network, members can build professional confidence, demonstrate accountability and present consistently high standards of CHC practice to commissioners and providers.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Joining CHC Nurses Agency Network means becoming part of a trusted, specialist community that understands CHC nursing from the inside. We combine real-world clinical experience, regulatory knowledge and peer support to help you build a more sustainable, rewarding and informed career as a CHC nurse.
Our members benefit from:
- Access to a private network of 500+ CHC agency nurses across the UK
- 24/7 peer support through confidential, invite-only social media groups
- Regular events, workshops and online sessions focused on CHC practice
- Specialist Continuing Healthcare training and guidance
- Shared resources for documentation, governance and CQC compliance
- Opportunities to build long-lasting friendships and professional contacts
- Support with complex cases, transitions, LD and safeguarding
Ongoing Events, Networking and Community Engagement
We organise and promote online and in-person events where CHC nurses can network, learn and debrief. These include teaching sessions, case discussions, Q&A panels, informal meet-ups and topic-based forums shaped by what our members say they need most.
Through this ongoing engagement, CHC Nurses Agency Network remains a live, evolving resource that grows with the profession, responding quickly to policy changes, NHS updates and emerging challenges in Continuing Healthcare.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse, independent nurse or healthcare professional working in or moving into NHS Continuing Healthcare, CHC Nurses Agency Network is here to support you. Our aim is to reduce professional isolation, strengthen your practice and help you build a sustainable CHC career backed by a strong community.
Contact us today to join our network, access our private social media groups, and find out more about upcoming training, events and networking opportunities. Together, we can raise standards, share expertise and improve outcomes for people receiving Continuing Healthcare across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community of Continuing Healthcare agency nurses offering peer support, training, networking and professional development.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Agency nurses, independent nurses and healthcare professionals involved in NHS Continuing Healthcare or related community-based care are welcome to join.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for UK nurses? Yes, our focus is on nurses working within the UK NHS Continuing Healthcare and community care systems.
- Do you provide CHC training and education? Yes, we offer specialist training on CHC eligibility, assessments, DSTs, MDT working, community DoLS, safeguarding and CQC-related topics.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once you join the network, we will send you an invitation to our confidential, invite-only online groups.
- Is there support for complex CHC cases and transitions? Yes, members use the network to share experience, seek peer advice and discuss strategies for managing complex cases and transitions of care.
- Does the network help with NMC revalidation and CPD? Our training, discussions and shared resources can be used towards your CPD and reflective accounts for NMC revalidation.
- Are there in-person or online events? We host a mixture of online sessions and, where possible, in-person meet-ups, workshops and networking events for CHC nurses.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network suitable for new CHC nurses? Yes, we support both new and experienced CHC nurses, helping newcomers build confidence and knowledge quickly.
- How do I join or find out more? To join the CHC Nurses Agency Network or request further information, please contact us via our website or direct message through our social media channels.