Wound Care Nurse (In-Home)

Esperta Health · Houston, TX Full Time

Job Description

Join Esperta Health, a leader in providing expert in-home wound care through industry-leading wound management programs. Our mission is to standardize wound care, improve healing outcomes, and reduce costs by leveraging concentrated expertise, evidence-based guidelines. As a Wound Care Nurse (In-Home) with Esperta Health, you will deliver expert wound care to patients in the comfort and safety of their homes. You will be responsible for assessing and treating wounds according to established wound healing guidelines, using an application-based electronic patient record. Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, thorough documentation, and ongoing patient education are essential aspects of this role. Key Responsibilities: Perform thorough wound assessments and physical examinations in patients' homes. Administer wound care treatments based on evidence-based Wound Healing Guidelines (WHG) and create individualized care plans. Keep accurate and prompt electronic health records in accordance with regulatory requirements. Provide education to patients and caregivers on wound care techniques and prevention methods. Carry out wound care procedures within the nursing practice scope or under supervision, including applying dressings and other related treatments. Follow infection control protocols and prioritize patient safety during all care activities. Exhibit strong communication and customer service skills to effectively address patient and caregiver concerns. Stay current with HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification regulations. Requirements Qualifications and Requirements: Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with an active and unrestricted nursing license in the state of practice. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred. Minimum of three years of experience in wound care nursing preferred. Certification in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing (WOCN) or other company-approved wound care certification is a plus; new hires may be eligible to take the certification exam within 60 days of employment with reimbursement upon passing. Strong knowledge of evidence-based wound care practices and guidelines. Proficient in documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, with ability to travel to patient homes. Excellent critical thinking, multitasking, and communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations. Benefits Mileage Reimbursement Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k) Life Insurance Paid Time Off Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr

Houston Median $23,442/yr

Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr

vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.