Allina AKN: Your Gateway to Employee Resources

The Allina Knowledge Network (AKN) is an employee intranet portal that provides access to a wealth of resources for Allina Health employees. AKN serves as a one-stop shop for all your employee needs.

Key Benefits of Allina AKN:

• Access employee resources and benefits information
• Find HR forms and policies
• View training materials
• Get IT support and troubleshoot issues
• Stay updated on news and announcements
• Access clinical guidelines and eHR
• Browse and apply for open positions
• Complete performance reviews
• Connect with fellow employees

As an Allina health care employee, AKN should be your go-to site to find everything you need to be productive, informed, and engaged at work. Let’s explore the key features of AKN and how you can optimize this valuable employee tool.

Navigating the Allina AKN Portal

The AKN homepage features an intuitive layout with clear categories to point you to the resources you need. The main sections include:

• Benefits – View your benefits plans, savings accounts, time off balances, and more. You can also find benefits contacts and open enrollment details.
• Pay – Access your pay statements and tax forms. Change direct deposit details and update tax withholdings.
• Performance – Complete self appraisals, access performance reviews, and view talent development plans.
• Personal Information – Update your personal contact information, emergency contacts, and dependent info.
• Health and Wellbeing – Find health care coaching resources, gym discounts, and other wellness perks.
• Tools and Technology – Submit IT help desk tickets, get technical support, and learn new software skills.
• Learning – Browse the course catalog and sign up for instructor-led and online training. Track completed courses and required learning.
• News and Resources – Stay current on Allina Hospital Health news, announcements, events, and initiatives.

The top navigation bar also provides quick access to key categories like Jobs, Policies, Messages, and Search.

Key Features and Tools

As you dig deeper into the AKN portal, you’ll find additional features that enable you to get the most out of this employee platform:

Streamlined Benefits Enrollment

• Self-service enrollment in medical, dental, vision, disability, and other benefits.
• Model different coverage scenarios to optimize your selections.
• Easy benefits comparisons and plan descriptions.

Employee Discounts

• Exclusive discounts on cell phone plans, gym memberships, travel, and more.
• Easily browse available deals and offers.
• Special access codes and promos.

Instant Access to Pay Stubs

• 24/7 access to download pay statements.
• Review salary, benefits, taxes, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Change direct deposit details.

Digital Onboarding

• Paperless onboarding with online forms and signatures.
• Upload documents from your computer.
• Quickly get up and running with new hire resources.

Employee Recognition

• Send eCards to recognize colleagues.
• Redeem rewards points for merch, events, time off, and more.
• Celebrate service milestones and achievements.

Internal Job Postings

• Browse open positions across all facilities and departments.
• Get alerts when new roles are posted that match your interests.
• Submit applications and track status.

Central News Hub

• Stay in the know with system-wide news and updates.
• Get info on events, trainings, initiatives, and more.
• Filter news by facility, department, or topic.

Getting Started with Allina AKN

Ready to unlock all that AKN has to offer? Here are some tips for new users:

• Set up your account – Your manager will provide login instructions to access the portal. Complete your user profile.
• Customize your homepage – Tailor the content to highlight the sections most relevant to you.
• Enable notifications – Opt-in to alerts for new benefits info, job postings, and other updates.
• Bookmark key pages – Add quick links to frequently used sites like IT help desk, benefits contacts, and training catalog.
• Download the mobile app – Access AKN on the go from your smartphone or tablet.
• Attend a portal overview training – Sign up for a session to tour the site and learn navigation tips.
• Browse the portal library – Search for “Allina AKN” to find videos, guides, and FAQs to learn the ropes.

With the wealth of resources on AKN, you have an invaluable tool to empower you in your role at Allina Health. Don’t hesitate to lean on your co-workers, manager, and AKN support team to optimize your experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions about navigating and accessing the AKN portal:

How do I reset my AKN password?

You can reset your password directly on the AKN login page using your employee ID. You can also contact the AKN support desk for assistance.

Can I access AKN from my personal computer or phone?

Yes, AKN can be accessed from any device using the login credentials provided by your manager. Mobile apps are available for iOS and Android.

What should I do if a link or page is not working?

Notify the AKN support team via email or help desk ticket. Provide the specific page and error details so they can troubleshoot.

How do I update my personal contact information?

In the Personal Information section, you can edit details like your address, phone, and emergency contacts. Changes save automatically.

Can I customize my AKN homepage and bookmarks?

Yes, you can add/remove content blocks and bookmark frequent sites for quick navigation. Click the profile icon to access layout options.

Who can see my activity and information on AKN?

Your data on the portal is secure and limited to you and authorized HR/admin users on a need-to-know basis.