Connie Jo Henry

Meet Connie Jo

Connie Jo Henry is seeking election to the Kansas House of Representatives, District 37, bringing decades of dedicated healthcare leadership, unwavering community commitment, and strong conservative, Republican values to her campaign. As a lifelong Kansan with a passion for service, Connie Jo Henry stands out as a principled, experienced, and compassionate advocate for the people of Wyandotte County and the broader Kansas City region. Her priorities focus on “Do No Harm” in healthcare and reproductive rights, empowering parents in education, and preserving the traditional family values that make Kansas strong.

Proven Leadership in Healthcare and Community Service

With over 20 years of experience as a director of nursing in long-term care facilities, Connie Jo Henry is well-versed in the complexities of healthcare management and patient advocacy. As the Lead Nurse at Ford Plant Claycomo, MO, Connie was responsible for the emergency care and health services of over 2,800 employees and contractors. She managed multiple medical departments across a sprawling 1,500-acre facility, overseeing staffing, medical supply inventory, and emergency response — all while maintaining budget discipline.

Connie’s leadership extended to serving as Director of Homecare at Midland Hospice in Topeka, Kansas, where she compassionately cared for individuals at the end of life. She managed four hospice offices across 20 counties in northeast Kansas with a $9.2 million budget, ensuring quality care during families’ most challenging times. Her hands-on experience in both private and government-funded healthcare institutions has shaped her belief that effective, compassionate, and fiscally responsible healthcare should be accessible to all Kansans.

Education and Qualifications

Connie Jo Henry is a Registered Nurse with an Associate Degree of Nursing from Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas. She also holds credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse from Kaw Valley Area Vocational Technical School in Kansas City, Kansas, and as an Emergency Medical Technician through Douglas County Ambulance Service in Lawrence, Kansas. Her extensive professional background and hands-on experience uniquely qualify her to address pressing healthcare issues in the Kansas Legislature.

• Registered Nurse, Associate Degree of Nursing, Baker University, Baldwin City, KS
• Licensed Practical Nurse, Kaw Valley Area Vocational Technical School, Kansas City, KS
• Emergency Medical Technician, Douglas County Ambulance Service, Lawrence, KS