Hi, If becoming a midwife is your dream, I suggest that you start working labor and delivery. Before your interview read and study the following books: a good OB textbook, EFM, and NRP. These are your basics. Working med/surg is a good place to work also if you can't get a L&D job right away. I worked med/surg and PACU for 11 years before I transferred to L&D and I still use those skills on a daily basis. (10 years now L&D RN) I work 12 hour day shifts and get all the work I want. I circulate in the OR for c-sections and PACU to recovery mom and baby. I am OB, NRP and ACLS certified. Enjoy your journey.