National District Nurses Network

Summary

The NPAG National District Nurses Network is a large, dynamic, friendly group. It brings together District Nurses from all over the country to meet and share new ideas, discuss common problems, provide solutions, be creative and innovative in-service development. It works closely with the Queen’s Institute of District Nursing (QICN), and NHS England who provide an update at every meeting on their work. 


The Network provides a resource for both the QICN and NHSE’s work by providing expert focus groups to help lead and develop national strategy. The group has been running for several years and has consequently developed a rich membership.  This membership has contributed to official papers on Caseload Management tools with the RCN and Health Education England’s work on District Nurse education, to name some projects.


We actively promote benchmarking opportunities, as they enable us to pinpoint gaps and areas for growth. Through benchmarking, we gain insights from others, foster continuous improvement, establish a baseline, and aim to exceed it!


The National District Nurses Network is proud to have hosted a series of impactful conferences over recent years, each focusing on key themes shaping the future of community and district nursing:

  • 2021: Excellence in District Nursing and the Post-Pandemic Future
  • 2022: Looking to the Future for Community Nursing – Putting National Strategy into Place
  • 2023: A Look at District Nursing Through History – including insights into wound care and nursing practices
  • 2024: The Digital Age and Its Impact on District and Community Nursing

Our next conference is scheduled for 2027, and we look forward to continuing these vital conversations.


Why Join the Network?

Here are 10 great reasons to become a member:

  1. Connect and collaborate with organisations across England
  2. Share best practice and learn from peers
  3. Keep District Nursing on the government’s agenda
  4. Access up-to-date information on key developments
  5. Influence the future of District Nursing
  6. Join a professional, like-minded national group
  7. Engage proactively with DoH, QICN, NHS England, and the RCN
  8. Hear from national speakers – and ensure District Nurses’ voices are heard
  9. Champion the cause of District Nursing and shape the national agenda
  10. Affordable membership – less than the average cost of a management consultant for a single day



Click here for the 2025 round information flyer



Meet the Facilitator

Trevor Garcia MIDSc (Chtd)

Decontamination Consultant

TGDecon Consultancy


Trevor brings with him over three decades of NHS experience, having retired in 2019 after 37 years in various Decontamination Lead roles. He also served as Associate Director of Clinical Support Services, where he expanded his knowledge across areas like Pathology, Radiology, Outpatients, Cancer Services, and Pharmacy. One of his standout projects was leading the transition from paper to electronic patient records for community midwives—an example of his commitment to innovation and improvement.


Trevor has always embraced the challenge of stepping into unfamiliar areas, bringing fresh perspectives and a collaborative spirit to every team he’s worked with. Since retiring, he’s remained deeply involved in the NHS—working as a consultant, supporting apprenticeships through the National School of Healthcare Science, and currently serving as National Chairman of the Institute of Decontamination Science.



For the past five years, Trevor has facilitated the NPAG Decontamination Best Value Group, where he’s enjoyed bringing experts together to share ideas, tackle challenges, and promote best practice. He sees knowledge-sharing as one of the group’s greatest strengths—especially in supporting those who are new to their roles—and he’s excited to bring that same energy and focus to the NDNN.



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Meeting Information

NPAG National District Nurses Network 2025 - Information Flyer

  • Meeting 1 - TBC March 2026 - MS Teams
  • Meeting 2 - TBC June 2026 - In Person, TBC (Midlands region /  Central London)
  • Meeting 3 - TBC September 2026 - MS Teams
  • Meeting 4 - TBC November 2026 - In Person, TBC (Midlands region /  Central London)

Become a member

Best Value Group Membership Registration Form

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