The vote comes after strikes at both Kaiser Permanente and Providence this year.
Seven hundred OHSU health care workers, represented by the Oregon Nurses Association, voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike as contract talks stall.
Workers at OHSU say their current workload is unsustainable and they want better pay. OHSU says it offered salary increases and limits on maximum work hours in its latest offer.
OHSU remains committed to addressing APU's priorities and will continue to negotiate in good faith to reach a fair agreement.
On Thursday, health care workers represented by the union came out to rally in front of McKenzie Hall at the university. A member of the union said the negotiations have gone on for months.
Author's summary: OHSU health care workers voted to authorize a strike.