CHC Nurses Agency Network: Community, Training & Support for CHC Agency Nurses
A Dedicated UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a supportive professional community created specifically for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses across the UK. Our aim is to connect CHC nurses, strengthen professional practice, and make day-to-day working life easier through shared expertise, peer support, and ongoing development opportunities.
Only another nurse truly understands the realities of CHC work, the complexity of cases, and the pressures of agency nursing. Our network provides a safe, relaxed space where CHC nurses can talk openly, ask questions, share concerns, and support one another 24/7.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Professional Community Built by CHC Nurses, for CHC Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together a core community of around 500 CHC agency nursing professionals who work in NHS and independent sector Continuing Healthcare. Members include nurses involved in CHC assessments, reviews, case management, complex care, and community-based packages of care.
Through our confidential, invite-only social media groups and regular online and in-person events, we offer a trusted space where nurses can:
- Share professional issues and complex case challenges
- Ask questions about CHC processes, policies, and best practice
- Exchange practical tips for working as a CHC agency nurse
- Support each other emotionally and professionally
- Build long-term friendships and professional networks
A Safe Space to Talk About Real-World CHC Nursing
We understand the unique pressures that come with CHC nursing – from managing complex needs and funding decisions to working across multiple providers and teams. Our network is designed to be a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can speak openly with peers who truly understand your role.
Many of our members have formed strong, lasting friendships and stay in touch for years, offering each other support through the ups and downs of agency nursing and Continuing Healthcare work.
CHC Professional Support, Training & Knowledge Sharing
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Knowledge and Best Practice
As part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network, members regularly discuss and share insights on all aspects of NHS Continuing Healthcare, helping one another stay confident and up to date with the CHC framework, including:
- CHC eligibility criteria and assessments
- Decision Support Tool (DST) completion and multidisciplinary team (MDT) working
- Care planning, risk management and complex care coordination
- Funding processes, reviews and appeals
- Legal, ethical and safeguarding considerations in CHC
This collaborative knowledge sharing helps CHC agency nurses feel more supported, prepared and professionally secure in their roles, enhancing both care quality and patient outcomes.
Events, Webinars and Informal Meet-Ups
We run regular events to bring our CHC nursing community together, both online and in person. These sessions are designed to be relaxed, informative and practical, covering topics such as:
- Updates to CHC guidance, policies and practice
- Clinically complex case discussions (anonymised)
- Working effectively as an agency nurse in CHC settings
- Self-care, resilience and managing stress in high-pressure roles
- Career development and navigating CHC roles within the NHS and independent sector
Events are also an opportunity to network, connect and socialise with other CHC nurses who understand the realities of your daily work.
24/7 Peer Support Through Private Social Media Groups
Confidential, Invite-Only Groups for CHC Agency Nurses
Members of the CHC Nurses Agency Network are invited into our private, moderated social media groups, where professional issues are discussed confidentially 24-7-365. These groups are strictly invite-only to protect members’ privacy and maintain a trusted professional environment.
Within these groups, CHC agency nurses can:
- Ask quick questions and get real-time peer support
- Share experiences of different commissioners, providers and settings
- Discuss documentation, expectations and workload management
- Highlight new opportunities, training and resources
- Offer encouragement and support to colleagues nationwide
Building Long-Term Friendships and Professional Connections
Many nurses within our network become friends and remain connected for many years, even as they move between roles, regions and agencies. The network gives CHC nurses a sense of belonging and continuity, even when working in temporary or rapidly changing environments.
We actively welcome new members into our CHC Agency Nurses Network and encourage introductions, collaboration and mutual support from day one.
Develop Your Career as a CHC Agency Nurse
Grow Your Confidence, Skills and Professional Profile
Being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network can make a real difference to your career progression and day-to-day confidence. By engaging with the community, you can:
- Strengthen your understanding of CHC and complex care pathways
- Learn from experienced CHC nurses across the UK
- Discover new opportunities, roles and ways of working
- Improve documentation, communication and MDT collaboration
- Build a strong professional profile within the CHC field
Whether you are new to CHC or a highly experienced specialist nurse, the network offers opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Support for Work-Life Balance and Wellbeing
We recognise that CHC and agency nursing can be emotionally and physically demanding. Our network helps you feel less isolated by providing:
- A place to debrief and reflect with peers who understand your pressures
- Emotional support during challenging periods or complex cases
- Practical tips for managing workload and maintaining boundaries
- Shared strategies for self-care and resilience
Being connected to a community of like-minded CHC nurses can significantly improve your sense of wellbeing and job satisfaction.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
For CHC Nurses Who Want Connection, Support and Growth
Membership of the CHC Nurses Agency Network is ideal for agency nurses working in or moving into Continuing Healthcare who want:
- A safe, confidential space to discuss CHC practice and professional challenges
- Access to a nationwide community of CHC specialists
- Opportunities to attend CHC-focused events and webinars
- Peer support around the clock, every day of the year
- Long-term friendships and a sense of belonging in their professional life
A Relaxed, Supportive Space That Understands CHC Nursing
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is not a formal employer or recruitment agency; it is a professional community and support network designed to make your working life easier, more informed and better connected.
We exist so CHC agency nurses have somewhere to relax, share and grow – with peers who understand what you do and value the specialist skills you bring to Continuing Healthcare.
How to Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse (or moving into CHC work) and would like to join our community, we would be delighted to welcome you. Simply:
- Get in touch with us via our website or contact form
- Confirm your professional background and CHC/agency experience
- Receive an invitation to join our private social media groups
- Start connecting with CHC nurses across the UK straight away
From your first day in the network, you will have access to peer support, shared knowledge, and regular events designed to help you thrive in your CHC nursing career.
Connect with the CHC Nurses Agency Network Today
If you are ready to feel more supported, more connected and more confident in your CHC agency nursing role, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you.
Contact us today to find out more about joining our community, accessing our private groups, and taking part in upcoming CHC events and discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide professional community for Continuing Healthcare (CHC) agency nurses to share knowledge, support and networking opportunities.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Any registered nurse working in, or interested in working in, NHS Continuing Healthcare or CHC-related agency roles can apply to join.
- Is the network only for agency nurses? Our core focus is CHC agency nurses, but nurses with CHC responsibilities in other settings may also be considered.
- What are the benefits of joining the network? Members gain access to private support groups, CHC-focused discussions, events, networking and practical peer advice 24/7.
- Are the social media groups confidential? Yes, all groups are invite-only, moderated and designed to allow confidential, professional discussion between CHC nurses.
- Does the network provide CHC training? We share CHC resources, host educational events and discussions, and signpost members to relevant training opportunities.
- Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network an employer or agency? No, we are a professional support and networking community, not a recruitment agency or employer.
- Does it cost anything to join? Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership and any associated costs.
- How do I apply to become a member? You can reach out via our website or contact details, and we will guide you through a simple joining and verification process.
- Where is the CHC Nurses Agency Network based? We are UK-focused and operate primarily online, supporting CHC nurses working across all regions of the United Kingdom.