Kaysie Hotop
Perryville
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Registered Clinical Dietitian with a strong foundation in evidence-based nutritional care and over 11 years of clinical practice. Currently serving as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at SIU-C, blending academic expertise with real-world healthcare experience to inspire and educate future nutrition professionals. Skilled in curriculum development, interactive teaching with a proven ability to translate complex nutritional science into practical, patient-centered strategies. Committed to advancing public health through education, mentorship, and innovative dietary interventions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DPD Director, Assistant Lecturer
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
07.2025 - Current
- Lead strategic initiatives to enhance student engagement and retention across academic programs.
- Collaborate with faculty to design innovative curriculum enhancements reflecting industry trends.
- Foster partnerships with external organizations to expand opportunities for student internships and employment pathways.
- Develop and deliver engaging lectures on subject matter to enhance student understanding.
- Participate in departmental meetings, contributing insights for program development and enhancement.
- Adapt lesson plans based on student feedback and progress data, ensuring optimal content delivery for improved understanding.
- Manage a diverse classroom effectively by addressing individual needs and fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere.
Clinical Dietitian, Manager
LANDMARK HOSPITAL
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Managing food service facilities and supervising the food service contract service to ensure that all standards and requirements are met
- Responsible for nutritional assessments and follow-up of patients with nutritional deficits in the hospital
- Participates in team treatment planning for all patients and provides nutritional education to patients, families, and staff
RENAL DIETITIAN
Davita Dialysis
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Nutrition screening, assessment, and education to patients at in-center dialysis setting
- Management of fluid and mineral body metabolism, analyzing labs and managing active Vitamin D and Calcimimetics doses
- Quality assurance, homerooms and staff education
CONSULTANT DIETITIAN, PRN
LTC Dietitians, LLC
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Nutrition screening, assessment, and education to patients in various long term care facilities
- Collaboration with other team members for effective patient centered approach
- Develop and assess nutrition support regimens
CONSULTANT DIETITIAN
Midwest Nutrition Specialists
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Conduct nutrition assessments and interventions in various settings including acute, outpatient, community, and behavioral health setting
- Develop and assess enteral and parenteral nutrition regimens
- Quality assurance projects for clinical and food management Collecting data, developing solutions, and implementing interventions/new procedures
CLINICAL DIETITIAN
Mercy Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2021
- 8/2022-8/2023 PT
- Nutrition screening, assessment, and education to patients throughout hospital system
- Provide medical nutrition therapy, assess for stage of change, level of comprehension, and individualized educational needs
- Participate in quality assurance projects and ICU research
- Preceptor for Interns to facilitate development of dietitian skills, supporting growth in a safe and positive environment
SPECIALTY OUTPATIENT DIETITIAN
St. Louis VA Healthcare Systems
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Provide medical nutrition therapy, assess for stage of change, level of comprehension, and individualized educational needs
- Professional judgment used in all situations, following code of ethics, patient centered approach
CLINICAL DIETITIAN
Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center
07.2014 - 10.2019
- Develop menu cycles, conduct In-Services, quality assurance assignments monthly
- Facilitate nutrition class weekly and provide cooking demonstrations
- Create facility policies for administration on specific nutrition topic
Education
Masters of Science - Nutrition
Stony Brook University
01-2022
Graduate Assistant - undefined
Southeast Missouri State University
01-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
Southeast Missouri State University
01-2012
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Evidenced based Practitioner
- Knowledgeable Culinarian
- Relationship building
- Self-Motivated
- Educator
- Organized
- Verbal and written communication
Affiliations
MEMBER OF ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
NUTRITION AND DIETETIC EDUCATORS AND PRECEPTORS
Certification
- REGISTERED AND LICENSED DIETITIAN IN STATE OF MO 2014-PRESENT
- REGISTERED AND LICENSED DIETITIAN IN STATE OF IL 2025-PRESENT
- SERV SAFE CERTIFICATION RENEWED 2025
Timeline
DPD Director, Assistant Lecturer
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
07.2025 - Current
Clinical Dietitian, Manager
LANDMARK HOSPITAL
10.2024 - 08.2025
RENAL DIETITIAN
Davita Dialysis
12.2023 - 10.2024
CONSULTANT DIETITIAN, PRN
LTC Dietitians, LLC
03.2023 - 02.2024
CONSULTANT DIETITIAN
Midwest Nutrition Specialists
07.2021 - 11.2021
CLINICAL DIETITIAN
Mercy Hospital
03.2020 - 07.2021
SPECIALTY OUTPATIENT DIETITIAN
St. Louis VA Healthcare Systems
10.2019 - 03.2020
CLINICAL DIETITIAN
Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center
07.2014 - 10.2019
Graduate Assistant - undefined
Southeast Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition and Dietetics
Southeast Missouri State University
Masters of Science - Nutrition
Stony Brook University
NUTRITION THERAPY
- Cardiovascular
- Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes
- Psychiatric illnesses
- Gastrointestinal diseases
- Renal diseases
- Weight management
- Oncology
- Malnutrition
- Nutrition Support
- Nutrition Research
- Education
- Critical Care/LTAC