CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist Continuing Healthcare Nurses, Training & Support
Leading UK Network for CHC Agency Nurses, Training and Consultancy
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a specialist community and consultancy for nurses working in Continuing Healthcare (CHC), complex care and community settings. We connect experienced CHC agency nurses with expert training, peer support and consultancy, helping them and the organisations they work with deliver safe, person-centred and compliant care.
Built by nurses, for nurses, our network recognises the realities of agency work and the complexities of CHC processes, funding and commissioning. By combining professional development, confidential peer support, CHC training and advisory services, we help nurses, providers and commissioners improve outcomes, strengthen CQC compliance and navigate the CHC system with confidence.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private, invite-only professional community of more than 500 CHC agency nursing professionals across the UK. Members connect through secure social media groups, online events and in-person meet-ups to share knowledge, discuss complex cases, and support one another 24/7/365.
Only nurses truly understand the emotional, physical and regulatory pressures of nursing. Our network offers a safe, understanding space where CHC nurses can talk openly, debrief, ask questions and access expert guidance on CHC processes, complex care planning and best practice.
Key Services for CHC Nurses and Healthcare Organisations
1. Transitions of Care: Seamless Moves Between Care Settings
Managing transitions of care for CHC-funded and complex care patients can be challenging for agency nurses, families and providers. Our specialist nurses and advisors support safe and coordinated transfers between hospital, home, nursing homes, supported living and community settings.
We help design and review person-centred transition plans that protect continuity of care, minimise risk, reduce hospital readmissions and promote positive patient and family experiences. Every transition is tailored to clinical needs, CHC funding arrangements and local pathways.
2. Pre-CQC Readiness and Quality Improvement Support
We work with providers and CHC teams to prepare for CQC inspections by reviewing policies, care records, risk assessments and CHC-related documentation. Our experienced CHC nurses highlight strengths, identify gaps and suggest practical, achievable improvements.
This pre-CQC assessment and quality support helps organisations demonstrate safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led services, with clear evidence of robust CHC processes and person-centred complex care delivery.
3. Learning Disabilities (LD) and Complex Needs Care Planning
The CHC Nurses Agency Network includes nurses with extensive experience in Learning Disabilities (LD), autism and complex behavioural presentations. We support the development of holistic, person-centred care and support plans for people with LD and complex health needs.
Working alongside families, providers and MDTs, our nurses focus on maximising independence, dignity, communication and quality of life, while ensuring care plans are clinically robust, evidence-based and aligned with CHC, MCA and safeguarding requirements.
4. CHC Case Management and Coordination
For individuals with complex, long-term health conditions, we offer CHC case management and coordination support. Our case managers collaborate with families, commissioners, providers and multi-disciplinary teams to create and oversee integrated care plans.
This joined-up approach improves care continuity, resource use, communication and legal compliance, helping to ensure that patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.
Specialist Training and Events for CHC Agency Nurses
5. CHC Funding and Community DoLS Training
We deliver specialist CHC training designed specifically for agency nurses, registered managers and providers who need to understand Continuing Healthcare frameworks and community legal safeguards. Popular topics include:
- CHC eligibility criteria and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Assessment, review and fast-track processes
- CHC in community and care home settings
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS/DoL) and safeguards
- Documentation, record-keeping and evidencing needs for CHC
Our courses are delivered by experienced CHC nurses and are focused on real-world practice, regulatory compliance and confidence-building for agency staff working across different settings.
6. Networking Events, Workshops and Peer Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular online and in-person events that bring CHC agency nurses together to learn, reflect and connect. Sessions include educational webinars, peer discussions, case reviews, Q&A clinics and informal meetups.
Many nurses in our network build long-term professional and personal friendships, offering each other ongoing support throughout their CHC and complex-care careers. Our events help agency nurses stay up to date with policy changes, best practice and CHC guidance.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Safe, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
Agency nursing can feel isolating, especially in complex CHC roles. Our private groups and events give you instant access to peers who understand your work, your pressures and your responsibilities. You can share challenges, celebrate successes and ask clinical or process-related questions at any time.
Because our core membership is limited to experienced CHC professionals, discussions remain highly relevant, confidential and solution-focused.
Specialist CHC and Complex Care Expertise
Our network is built around expertise in NHS Continuing Healthcare, complex community care and CQC-regulated services. Whether you are new to CHC agency work or highly experienced, you will benefit from shared knowledge on:
- Applying CHC eligibility criteria in practice
- Working effectively with CHC teams and commissioners
- CQC-compliant documentation and risk management
- Managing complex needs, LD, dementia and behaviour that challenges
- Ethical decision-making, consent, MCA and community DoLS
Career Development and Professional Growth
The CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you develop your CHC career pathway through training, mentoring and visibility within a specialist community. You gain opportunities to:
- Access CHC-specific training and CPD
- Receive guidance on complex cases and documentation
- Increase your confidence with CHC assessments, reviews and appeals
- Connect with providers and agencies looking for skilled CHC nurses
- Build a strong professional profile within the CHC nursing space
Support for Providers, Agencies and Commissioners
We also support care providers, nursing agencies and commissioners who require advisory input from experienced CHC nurses. Our network can assist with:
- Service development and quality improvement in CHC and complex care
- Staff training on CHC processes, documentation and risk management
- Independent CHC clinical input for case reviews or complex packages
- Preparation for CQC inspections focused on CHC and complex care
How the CHC Nurses Agency Network Works
Private Social Media Groups and 24/7 Peer Support
Members are invited into our confidential, invite-only social media groups where CHC nurses connect daily to share experience, advice and resources. Discussions cover clinical questions, CHC assessments, documentation tips, policy updates and everyday professional issues.
Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, making it easier to manage the pressures of agency work and on-call roles in CHC and complex care settings.
Regular Events and Ongoing Engagement
We host regular events throughout the year to keep our community informed and connected. Most nurses in our network stay in long-term contact, forming strong relationships that continue across different contracts, roles and regions.
By remaining active in the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you will always have access to a trusted circle of CHC specialists for reflection, advice and professional development.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are an agency nurse, RGN, RMN, RNLD or advanced practitioner working in Continuing Healthcare, community complex care or CHC-funded services, the CHC Nurses Agency Network is here for you.
We welcome new members who are committed to delivering safe, person-centred, high-quality care and who value collaboration, learning and peer support. Joining gives you access to:
- Private social media groups for CHC nurses
- Regular educational and networking events
- Specialist CHC and community DoLS training
- Opportunities for career growth and collaboration
Contact us today to find out how to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network or to discuss training and consultancy support for your organisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a private UK-wide community and consultancy service for agency nurses specialising in Continuing Healthcare and complex community care.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Membership is aimed at registered nurses and nursing professionals working in CHC, complex care or related community roles, usually via nursing agencies.
- Is the network only for CHC nurses in the UK? Yes, our focus is on UK-based CHC practice, NHS Continuing Healthcare frameworks and CQC-regulated services.
- What support do members receive? Members gain access to confidential peer support, specialist CHC advice, training opportunities and regular networking events.
- Do you offer CHC training for organisations? Yes, we provide tailored CHC and community DoLS training for care providers, agencies and teams working with CHC-funded individuals.
- Can you help with CQC inspection preparation? We can support providers with pre-CQC readiness reviews, documentation guidance and CHC-related quality improvement advice.
- Do you assist with CHC case management? We offer CHC-informed case management and coordination support to improve continuity, safety and outcomes for complex patients.
- How do I access the private social media groups? Once your membership is confirmed, we will send you direct invitations to our confidential, invite-only social media communities.
- Are your events online or in-person? We run a mix of online webinars and meetings, alongside selected in-person events and networking sessions.
- How do I get started with the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Simply contact us through our website or enquiry channels to discuss your role, interests and how we can support your CHC practice.