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CHC Nurses Agency Network: Supporting UK Agency Nurses in Continuing Healthcare
Specialist CHC Support, Training and a Strong Community for Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated professional community for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and complex care across the UK.
Our goal is to make agency nursing in CHC easier, better connected and more rewarding by combining expert CHC training, peer support, and career development opportunities.
Only another nurse truly understands the pressures, responsibilities and daily challenges of nursing work.
That is why our network exists – to provide a safe, supportive space where CHC agency nurses can share experiences, ask questions, access guidance and grow professionally together.
A Growing Network of 500+ CHC Agency Nursing Professionals
We are proud to have built a core network of around 500 specialist CHC agency nurses from across the UK.
Members connect through confidential, invite-only social media groups, regular online and in‑person events, and peer networking opportunities.
Many nurses in our network become long-term friends and trusted colleagues, offering each other continuous emotional support, professional advice and shared learning throughout their careers.
What the CHC Nurses Agency Network Offers
Relaxed, Supportive Community for CHC Agency Nurses
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a place to relax, de‑stress and connect with other nurses who truly understand your role.
We openly share professional issues 24/7/365 through our private online groups, so you are never without peer support when you need it most.
Regular Events and Peer Networking
We run regular events to bring our community of CHC agency nurses together, including online meet‑ups, webinars and discussion groups.
These events help you to build professional contacts, stay up to date with Continuing Healthcare developments, and share best practice in a friendly, informal environment.
Specialist CHC Training and Knowledge Sharing
As Continuing Healthcare is complex and constantly evolving, we focus on helping nurses deepen their CHC expertise so they can work confidently and safely in CHC roles.
Through our network, you can access guidance, training content and shared resources on:
- CHC eligibility criteria and Decision Support Tool (DST) processes
- Best practice in multidisciplinary assessments and documentation
- Care planning for complex and long‑term conditions
- Working effectively with ICBs, local authorities and providers
- Professional standards, boundaries and NMC code compliance in CHC settings
Support for CQC-Linked Practice and Compliance
Many of our members work in services that are CQC regulated, and we actively discuss quality, safety and compliance issues within the network.
By sharing experiences from different settings, we help each other understand what good looks like in CHC and complex care and how nurses can contribute to safe, well‑led, person‑centred services.
Guidance on Transitions of Care and Complex Cases
Agency nurses working in CHC are frequently involved in care transitions – for example, hospital to home, care home to community, or between different providers.
Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, nurses share practical tips, case examples and strategies to support safe, coordinated transitions of care that prioritise dignity, choice and continuity for patients.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
A Community Built by CHC Agency Nurses, for CHC Agency Nurses
Our network is run by nurses who have worked extensively in Continuing Healthcare, fast‑track, complex care and community settings.
We understand the realities of agency work, and we shape our discussions, support and events around the real‑world challenges our members face.
Person‑Centred, Professional and Respectful Culture
We foster a culture that mirrors the person‑centred values we deliver in patient care.
Our private groups are respectful, non‑judgemental and confidential, giving nurses a safe place to raise concerns, ask questions and share learning without fear of criticism.
Ongoing Professional Development and Career Growth
Being part of the CHC Nurses Agency Network helps you develop your career in nursing with more knowledge, connections and confidence.
Members regularly share information on new roles, CHC opportunities, training courses and best practice updates, helping you stay competitive and informed in a specialist field.
Stay Up to Date with CHC Policy and Practice
Continuing Healthcare policy, guidance and commissioning expectations are regularly updated across the UK.
By engaging with our network discussions and events, you can stay aligned with current CHC expectations, avoiding professional isolation and helping to protect your practice.
Support for Work‑Life Balance and Emotional Wellbeing
Nursing in CHC and complex care can be emotionally demanding.
Our community provides a place to offload, reflect and receive encouragement from colleagues who genuinely understand the emotional load of the work.
Who Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network For?
Agency Nurses Working in Continuing Healthcare
We primarily support registered nurses working via agencies in:
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) teams
- Fast‑track and end‑of‑life care pathways
- Community-based complex care packages
- Care homes, nursing homes and supported living with CHC‑funded residents
- Case management and complex discharge roles
Nurses Interested in Moving Into CHC Roles
If you are an agency nurse looking to move into CHC or develop specialist skills in this area, the network is a helpful way to understand the field, learn from experienced colleagues and explore potential opportunities.
Nurses Working with People with Complex Needs and LD
Many of our members support people living with learning disabilities, autism, neurological conditions and highly complex physical needs.
We share person‑centred approaches that promote independence, dignity and safety for some of the most vulnerable individuals in our health and social care system.
How the CHC Nurses Agency Network Works
Private Social Media Groups
Once you join, you will be invited into our confidential, invite‑only social media groups where the core activity of the network takes place.
These groups are active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring support is always available, regardless of your shift pattern.
Safe, Moderated Discussion Space
All groups are moderated by experienced CHC nurses to ensure conversations remain respectful, supportive and professionally appropriate.
We encourage open discussion of professional challenges while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to NMC and information governance standards.
Knowledge, Resources and Shared Learning
Members support each other by sharing:
- Practical tips for working effectively in CHC and complex care roles
- Policy updates and links to national guidance
- Templates and examples to improve documentation and assessments (anonymised and compliant)
- Learning from incidents, audits and quality reviews (appropriately de‑identified)
- Signposting to training, courses and reputable learning materials
Building Long‑Term Professional Relationships
Many nurses in our network stay in touch for years, even as they move between roles, locations and agencies.
The CHC Nurses Agency Network gives you a stable professional support system, no matter how your agency work changes over time.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
We warmly welcome new members who are interested in Continuing Healthcare, complex care and high‑quality agency nursing practice.
By joining, you will become part of a knowledgeable, friendly and proactive network that is committed to raising standards and supporting one another.
To express your interest in joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, please visit our website or contact us via email for further details on how to access our private groups and upcoming events.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network? The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a professional community for agency nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare and complex care across the UK.
- Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Registered nurses working via agencies in CHC, complex care or related roles, as well as those interested in moving into CHC, are welcome to join.
- Is the network only for UK nurses? Yes, our focus is on supporting agency nurses working within the UK health and social care system, particularly in NHS Continuing Healthcare.
- What support does the network provide? We offer peer support, knowledge sharing, CHC-specific guidance, regular events, and access to confidential, invite-only social media groups.
- Does the network provide formal CHC training? We do not deliver accredited courses but we share CHC learning resources, practical guidance and peer-led educational content to support your development.
- Is there a cost to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network? Please check our website or contact us directly for the most up-to-date information on membership and any associated costs.
- How do I access the private social media groups? After you join the network, you will receive invitations and instructions to access our secure, invite-only social media groups.
- Are discussions within the network confidential? Yes, our groups are private and moderated, and members are expected to maintain professional confidentiality and follow NMC and data protection guidance.
- How active is the network? The network is active 24/7/365, with over 500 CHC agency nurses regularly engaging, sharing experiences and supporting each other.
- How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network to join? You can visit our website or email our team directly to request more information and start the process of joining the network.
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