Resume writing (RN,BA or just RN??)

I have a BSN and I do use that credential on my resume. However, from an employer's standpoint, I would not use the degree designation next to my name unless the degree was related to nursing. Generally, the degree designation is used to differentiate the level of preparation since nursing has different levels of entry points. You would want to list your BA in education on the resume under education history, after your nursing education. Sometimes, candidates will use a non-nursing BA or MA credential if it is related to the job that they are applying for (say you are applying for an administrative position and you have a BA or MA in business, accounting, management, etc.).

I am in a similar situation -- I already had a BA, just graduated with an ADN, passed the NCLEX and became an RN. I just put My Name, RN on my resume. I listed my BA and its details under Education. I do think the BA is a "good thing" -- it suggests that you are well-rounded, and generally educated, which are good qualities in any employee, nurse or otherwise. But, since it wasn't relevant/contributory to the job I was seeking (as a nurse), it seemed silly to tack in onto my name. And I did get a job, FWIW! Good luck!

I would certainly include the "other" degree on a resumé -- it's a significant and meaningful accomplishment -- but I wouldn't use "BA" in combination with my nursing credentials, either in signing records in clinical settings, or with my name on the top of a resumé. In healthcare, it's customary to only list (after your name) credentials/degrees directly connected to your healthcare role/position.