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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Expert CHC Training, Community & Support for Agency Nurses
Specialist Support for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Nurses & Agency Professionals
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and learning hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), agency nursing, and community-based care. We bring together over 500 CHC agency nurses in a safe, supportive environment where you can build your career, strengthen your expertise, and connect with professionals who truly understand the pressures and rewards of nursing.
Our mission is to empower CHC nurses, agency nurses, and healthcare professionals with high-quality training, confidential peer support, and up-to-date information on CHC eligibility, assessments, funding, and regulatory requirements. Whether you are new to CHC or an experienced practitioner, the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you stay confident, compliant, and connected.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than just a professional network – it is a supportive space where nurses can relax, share experiences, and grow together. Only another nurse truly understands the emotional and physical demands of the role, and our network provides a confidential community where you can discuss CHC practice, agency work, workloads, and daily challenges with people who get it.
Members of our network join private, invite-only social media groups, attend regular online and in-person events, and access specialised CHC training and resources. Many of our members have built long-lasting friendships and professional relationships that continue for years.
Specialist CHC Training & Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
We offer practical, evidence-based CHC training designed specifically for agency nurses, CHC assessors, case managers, and community care professionals. Our workshops and online sessions are aligned with current NHS Continuing Healthcare national frameworks and UK healthcare standards, helping you navigate complex CHC processes with confidence.
CHC Eligibility, Assessment & Funding Training
Our courses break down the complexities of CHC eligibility criteria, Decision Support Tool (DST) completion, multidisciplinary team (MDT) working, and appeals. You will gain a clear understanding of how to document needs, evidence clinical risk, and support fair and lawful CHC decisions that stand up to scrutiny.
Community DOLs & Legal Framework Updates
The CHC Nurses Agency Network also provides training on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) in community and domiciliary settings, including the transition towards the new Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS) where relevant. We keep you updated on the legal frameworks that surround CHC packages, mental capacity, consent, and restrictive practice, so your practice remains safe and compliant.
Practical Skills for Agency Nurses in CHC Roles
As an agency nurse working in CHC, you need strong skills in assessment, documentation, communication, and multi-agency liaison. Our training focuses on real-world scenarios, best practice care coordination, and how to adapt quickly to new teams and environments while maintaining high standards of care.
Supportive Community & Networking for CHC Agency Nurses
A Safe Space to Share Professional Issues 24/7
We openly share professional questions, challenges, and updates 24-7-365 through our confidential invite-only social media groups. Whether you need clinical advice, help interpreting the National Framework, or simply want to vent after a long shift, our community is always there.
Building Long-Term Friendships & Professional Networks
Many nurses within the CHC Nurses Agency Network become close colleagues and friends, offering each other emotional support, career guidance, and shared learning. Our network is a place to relax, laugh, and connect with people who understand exactly what it means to work in CHC and agency nursing.
Events, Workshops & CHC Updates
Regular CHC Events for Learning & Connection
We run regular CHC-focused events, including online webinars, in-person workshops, and informal meet-ups. These sessions help you stay up to date with CHC policy changes, share case experiences, improve assessment skills, and expand your professional network.
Staying Current with National Framework & Regulatory Changes
The CHC landscape is constantly evolving, from National Framework updates to CQC expectations and commissioning trends. Our events highlight statutory changes, best practice guidance, and practical strategies you can apply immediately in your CHC and agency roles.
Support with Care Planning, Transitions & Multi-Agency Working
Person-Centred Care Planning in CHC
We support nurses to deliver person-centred, outcomes-focused CHC care planning, ensuring that funded packages reflect the individual’s needs, preferences, safety, and quality of life. Our guidance covers risk management, contingency planning, and working with families and multi-disciplinary teams.
Smooth Transitions Between Hospital, Community & Home
Effective transition is vital for safe CHC care. Through our training and network discussions, we explore best practice for discharge planning, community follow-up, handovers, and collaboration between acute, community, social care, and commissioning services.
Learning Disabilities, Complex Needs & Holistic CHC Practice
Supporting People with Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Many CHC packages involve learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and complex physical health needs. Our network regularly discusses real-world scenarios, sharing approaches that promote independence, dignity, and safety while meeting CHC criteria and funding responsibilities.
Holistic, Person-Centred Approaches in CHC
We promote a holistic model of CHC nursing that recognises the whole person – not just their clinical needs. Network members exchange ideas on communication, family involvement, mental well-being, behaviour support, and meaningful daily activity within CHC-funded packages.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network stands out because it is built by nurses, for nurses. We combine specialist CHC knowledge, practical agency experience, and genuine peer support in one place, giving you the tools and confidence to deliver safe, effective, and legally sound CHC care.
- Access to a confidential community of over 500 CHC agency nurses.
- Specialist CHC training aligned with current UK standards and National Frameworks.
- Regular events, workshops, and networking opportunities.
- 24/7 peer support via private invite-only social media groups.
- Shared resources, tools, and templates to support CHC assessments, documentation, and care planning.
- A relaxed, understanding environment where nurses support nurses.
Joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network means you never have to feel isolated in your role. You will be surrounded by colleagues who understand your work, share your challenges, and celebrate your successes.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a nurse working in Continuing Healthcare, agency nursing, case management, or community-based CHC roles, we would love to welcome you into our network. New members are invited to join our private social media groups, training sessions, and community events.
To get started, simply contact us via our website, email, or social media, and we will guide you through the quick membership process. Once you are approved, you can immediately begin connecting with other CHC agency nurses and accessing our resources.
Invest in your career, your confidence, and your well-being – join the CHC Nurses Agency Network and experience the power of a strong, supportive professional community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and training hub for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and agency roles.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse with an interest or role in CHC, agency nursing, or community-based CHC care can apply to join.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Our focus is on UK NHS Continuing Healthcare, so most members are UK-based nurses working within the NHS and independent sector.
- What kind of CHC training do you offer? We offer training on CHC eligibility, assessments, DST completion, MDT working, appeals, DoLS, and best practice care planning.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is confirmed, we will send you secure invitations to our confidential, invite-only social media groups.
- Do you run live events or only online training? We run a mixture of online webinars, virtual meet-ups, and in-person workshops depending on demand and location.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Some elements of the network are free to join, while certain training events and specialist sessions may have a fee.
- Can student nurses or newly qualified nurses join? Yes, we welcome student and newly qualified nurses who are interested in CHC and agency work, as long as they meet basic membership criteria.
- Will I receive CPD hours or certificates for training? Many of our training sessions provide attendance certificates that you can use as evidence of CPD for revalidation.
- How do I get started with joining the network? To get started, contact us through our website or social media channels, and we will send you full details on how to join.
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