Advanced practice providers at Legacy Health began an open-ended strike Tuesday morning after nearly two years at the bargaining table, according to the Oregon Nurses Association.

The union represents 135 advanced practice providers across the Legacy system, including 10 employees who work at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center. Advanced practice providers include physician associates, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives and clinical nurse specialists.

Strike lines were established at 6 a.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan and Legacy Emanuel medical centers in Portland. Starting Wednesday, picket lines will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week.

The Oregon Nurses Association said patients who need hospital or clinical care should immediately go to receive care.

In a statement t

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